Officiating for Triathlon Events in BC
Officials ensure that events are conducted in a safe and fair manner, and adhere to the governing rules of the sport.
Become a Technical Official
The Officials role is to ensure that events are conducted in a safe and fair manner.
To meet a growing roster of events, Triathlon BC conducts several Level 1 Officials clinics each year.
Candidates must be:
- A minimum of 18 years old
- A member in good standing with Triathlon BC
How to become a Level 1 Official (PTO 1)
- Attend a Triathlon BC sanctioned training session (approximately 4 hours) after which an official is qualified to enforce and report rule violations (probationary PTO 1 / PTO 1 in training);
- Officiate at three (3) Triathlon BC sanctioned events to become a full PTO 1.
At a typical event, between two and five Officials are required. However, with larger events where participation can exceed 1,500 athletes, there is often a need to provide many more.
The Officials Pathway
Review the full Technical Officials Pathway HERE.
Contact officials@tribc.org for any Officials’ related questions.
Triathlon Competition Rule
Below are links to the official competition rules. World Triathlon rules apply to all sanctioned races throughout BC and across Canada. Triathlon BC has prepared an Appendix to the World Triathlon rules for additions/amendment that are applicable to sanctioned races within British Columbia.
World Triathlon Competition Rules
2025 World Triathlon Competition Rules Update (Video)
2025 Provincial Non-drafting Age Group and U19 Competition Rules
NOTICE RE: BICYCLE EQUIPMENT IN TRIATHLON
Bicycles of non-traditional patterns (bicycles with irregular rider position) are considered illegal unless approved by the Head Referee/Technical Delegate well in advance of the event.
For paratriathletes, the term ‘bicycle’ includes: bicycle, handcycle, tricycle, tandem bicycle and racing wheelchair. Any Para competitor using equipment that is non-traditional should have it approved prior to race-day.
Please note – The term ‘bicycle’ does not refer to recumbent bicycles, which are illegal for all competitors.
For further clarification, Officials, Race Directors and Athletes are urged to review the official rules for specific descriptions of all legal cycling equipment.
Resources
If you need access to a resource in a different format please email officials@tribc.org.
Documents, Forms, and Reports
Triathlon BC Official’s Code of Conduct
Head Official To Do List
Head Officials Pre-race Checklist
HR Post-race Report – Online Version
Penalty Summary Log
Protest Form
Air Quality Policy
Officials Appointment and Funding Policy
Officials Expense Reimbursement Policy
For the latest list of draft eligible competitors, please go to the Officials Section of the Resource Page.
Officials Race Sign-up Calendar
Interested in acting as an Official for an upcoming sanction event? Click on the link below to get started!
2025 OFFICIALS SIGN-UP CALENDAR
Officials Activity Report
In an effort to keep track of your progress as an Official, please complete the Officials Activity Report. This report will help Triathlon BC record your activity and is also where you can request an honorarium.
Click HERE to complete the 2025 Officials Activity Report after each race!
Contact officials@tribc.org for any Officials’ related questions.
