Ringmaster Responsibilities

SO509 Ringmaster Responsibilities

1. The main responsibility is to assist the designated judge when needed, monitor the show ring for any potential dangers, and to accept a request for “time out”.

2. Escort any person to the center ring, such as a ribbon presenter, whose presence is needed in the center ring.

3. Ringmasters shall only directly engage judging staff during a class when there are potential emergencies.

4. The Ringmaster may not excuse an exhibitor without the express direction of the Judge.

5. The Ringmaster may independently call for a Safety Time-Out.