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7 Communications: 7.1 Hand Signals

There are nine standard hand signals that marshals use to communicate with each other over distances during races, including signals to request medical attention, fire assistance, rescue equipment, general assistance, different types of car tows, alerts about fluid on the track, confirmation that drivers are unharmed, and instructions for when it is safe to cross the track.

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7 Communications: 7.1 Hand Signals

There are nine standard hand signals that marshals use to communicate with each other over distances during races, including signals to request medical attention, fire assistance, rescue equipment, general assistance, different types of car tows, alerts about fluid on the track, confirmation that drivers are unharmed, and instructions for when it is safe to cross the track.

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7 COMMUNICATIONS

7.1 Hand Signals


There are nine recognised hand signals used to communicate over a distance. Please memorise
them. Make your signals clear and maintain them until acknowledged by the marshal on the post
who should repeat the signal to you.

Crossed arms overhead


Medical attention required

Arms form an F
Fire tender required

Arms form a W
Rescue equipment required

Pat Top of Head


I need assistance

Arms Form a T
Car requires a Flat Tow

Arms Form a T then Lifted


Car requires a Lift Tow

Act out spreading cement


There is fluid on the track

Thumbs UpDriver OK or
Situation under Control

Is it safe to cross the track?


Arm VerticalWait not safe
Arm dropped-Cross now
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