The Motorsport UK Marshals Development Pathway provides a structured route for volunteer marshals to progress in their roles through different disciplines, starting from the “Registered Marshal” level.
Marshals gain experience and complete specific online and in-person training modules relevant to their chosen discipline (Race, Kart, Rally, Speed, or Specialist).
How the Pathway works
Entry-Level: The pathway begins with becoming a Registered Marshal, learning basic roles and safety procedures alongside experienced marshals.
Training: Marshals participate in training days and complete online modules to acquire specific skills and knowledge for different roles and disciplines.
Experience and Progression: Gaining practical experience at events and completing the required training and assessments allows marshals to upgrade their grade and progress to more specialised or leadership roles.
Key Aspects
Discipline-Specific Pathways: While generic training is available, marshals must complete discipline-specific modules to progress in areas like Karting, Rallying, Race, Speed, or Specialist marshalling.
On-Track and Off-Track Roles: The pathway includes options for both trackside (eg. Flag Marshals, Incident Officers) and off-track roles (eg. Assembly, Pit Lane, Start Line, Race Control).
Grading System: Marshals are graded from Level 1 to Level 3, with higher levels indicating greater responsibility and leadership within their specific discipline.
Ongoing Maintenance: To maintain a grade, marshals must complete a minimum amount of marshalling at events annually and attend training sessions every two years.
