Alpine Head Performance Coach Exam

If a competitor comes to a complete stop (e.g. after a fall), he must no longer continue through previous or further gates. This interdiction is valid in all events with a fixed start interval (Downhill, Super-G, Giant Slalom). Only exception is for Slalom (art. 661.4.1), as long as the competitor:

Q1b – Which Rule?

Q2. The distance between two corresponding gates (from turning poles to turning pole) should be no less than …. m. the distance between the centre of the start doors should be the same as between the two courses

Q2b. Which Rule?

Q3. In extraordinary conditions, the Jury may change the starting order of a Downhill race, a Giant Slalom or a Super-G (when snowing, etc.). A group of at least 6 competitors, nominated in advance, start before start number one. These 6 competitors are drawn from among the last 20% of the start list. They will start in reverse order of their start numbers. What is this called?

Q3b. Which Rule?

Starting Order for the 2nd Run at FIS Races (all levels) The Jury has the right to decide no later than ……………………… before the start of the first run; whether the reversed order shall be reduced to the first fifteen placed competitors from the first run. 

Q4b. Which Rule?

Q5. If a FIS Giant Slalom is set with a vertical drop of 377m, what is the minimum amount of direction changes allowed to be set. (Rounded to the nearest whole number)

Q5b. Which Rule?

Q6. What colour gate panels can be used for Downhill in replacement of red?

Q6b. Which rule?

Q7. A Slalom gate must have a minimum width of 4 m and a maximum of 6 m. The distance from turning pole to turning pole of successive gates must not be less than 6 m and not more than 13 m (valid for all categories). Exception U16 – U14 competitions: between …… m and ……. m

Q7b. Which rule?

Q8. Who appoints the referee at a FIS international event not including WC, OG or FIS World Championships?

Q8b. Which rule?

Q9. Number of Direction Changes in Slalom: (number of direction changes by rounding up or down of the decimals) for all FIS events: – …….% to ……..% of the vertical drop, +/- 3 direction changes Exception for U16 – U14 competitions: 32% to 38% +/- 3 direction changes

Q9b. Which rule?

Q10. Slalom setting U14-U16 U14: Minimum 2 and maximum 4 hairpin combinations and minimum 1 and maximum 2 vertical combinations consisting of 3 gates. U16: Minimum ……. and maximum 6 hairpin combinations and minimum 1 and maximum 3 vertical combinations consisting of 3 – maximum 4 gates. It must also contain a minimum of one and a maximum of three delayed turns. The course should have no special technical difficulties.

Q10b. Which rule?

Q11. In a Youth U14 – U16 Slalom, The Flex-poles must be light poles (……. – ……… mm).

Q11b. Which rule?

Q12. The Giant Slalom has to be set as follows (number of direction changes by rounding up or down of the decimals): – 11 – 15% of the vertical drop in meters – U16 – U14: …% – …% of the vertical drop

Q12b. Which rule?

Q13. Competitors must do what with their start numbers during inspection?

Q13b. Which rule?

Q14. Please calculate the maximum number of direction changes in Slalom: (number of direction changes by rounding up or down of the decimals) for all U14/U16 events: 32% to 38% with the vertical drop of 145m would mean a maximum of …….. direction changes

Q14b. Which rule?

Q15. The gates must be at least 4m and at most 8m wide. The distance between the nearest turning poles of two successive gates must not be less than 10m. In U16-U14 competition the distance between the turning pole and turning pole must not be more than …. m

Q15b. Which rule?

Q16. The maximum vertical drop for a Ladies Giant Slalom event at FIS level is…………….

Q16b. Which rule?

Q17. Competition suits and clothing worn underneath, such as undergarments, etc., must have a textile surface on the inside and the outside. The surfaces may not be plasticised or treated by any chemical means (gaseous, liquid or solid) and must have a minimum permeability of …………… litres per m2/sec. Seams may only exist in order to join the portions of the suit. Outer tucks and darts are not allowed. The suits must be equally porous in all parts, both from the outside in and from the inside out. Competitors are allowed to protect all parts of the body with so called protectors in all events: 


Q17b. Which rule?

Q18. The total surface area of all commercial markings on the clothing of one person shall not exceed ……. cm2. 
The maximum surface area for a single marking ………cm2.
Commercial markings of the same sponsor may not appear one above the other or one beside the other.
The National Association may decide on the placing of commercial markings. 


Q18b. Which rule?

Q19. Entry League Races (ENL) Women and Men Slalom races held over 3 runs should have a minimum vertical drop of …. m.

Q19b. Which rule?

Q20. The front (middle) of helmets and all headwear worn in competition and within the competition area, to include flower and prize-giving ceremonies, interviews etc. Must carry the identification of the national ski association with a minimum size of….. cm2.

Q20b. Which rule?

Q21. It is the right of a course setter; To recommend the introduction of changes in the competition terrain and in the safety measures

Q21b. Which rule?

Q22. Duties and rights of the Referee include;

Q22b. Which rule?

Q23. At a National Championships which of the following draws can be applied?

Q23b. Which rule?

Q24. Which of the following are duties of the Jury?

Q24b. Which rule?

Q25. Which of the following positions have voting rights on the Jury?

Q25b. Which rule?

Q26. How long do you have to protest against a disqualification after the posting or announcement of a disqualification?

Q26b. Which rule?

Q27. How much in Swiss Francs – (or the equivalent in another valid currency) must accompany the protest? This deposit will be returned if the protest is upheld, otherwise it goes to the account of the FIS.

Q27b. Which rule?

Q28. What is the maximum width of waist of the ski permitted in mm for SG Women (all levels)?

Q28b. Which rule?

Q29. What timing equipment must be in place for FIS to consider a competition valid?

Q29b. Which rule?

Q30. What are the FIS requirements for Start Numbers (Bibs)?

Q30b. Which rule?

Q31. If a replacement course setter is required the replacement course setter should have the same qualifications as the original course setter.

Q31b. Which rule?

Q32. Which of the following would be a minimum vertical drop for a U16-U14 Slalom course?

Q32b. Which rule?

Q33. What size should the label attesting conformity with FIS specifications for competition suits?

Q33b. Which rule?

Q34b. Which rule?

Q35. What is the minimum distance between gates in a combination in Slalom?

Q35b. Which rule?

Q36. Kombi setting: SL Maximum distance turning gate to turning gate …. m. Gates consist of two poles. The outside gate must be the same as the turning gate. (stubby gate with stubby gate, SL gate with SL gate, GS panel with GS panel.

Q36b. Which rule?

Q37. What would be the minimum penalty which may be applied to an alpine race at a National Championships

Q37b. Which rule?

Q38. Crash helmets must conform to minimum FIS specifications for Slalom being EN……?

Q38b. Which rule?

Q39. What is the maximum ski length permitted in a Giant Slalom competition for U16 competitor?

Q39b. Which rule?

Q40. The validity of a FIS license runs from July 1st and finishes on June 30th of the following year. The validity of a FIS license can be limited, which of the following restrictions may apply?

Q40b. Which rule?