What do the Chief Timekeeper and Finish Judges do?

These roles are used when automatic timing isn't available (World Aquatics rules, Part Two, Article 2).

Chief Timekeeper

• Assigns timekeepers' seats and lanes. Without automatic or semi-automatic equipment there are two timekeepers per lane plus at least one reserve (for example to take over if a watch fails).
• Records the time of the winner of each race.
• Collects each lane's time card, inspects watches if needed, and records the official time on the card for each lane.

Finish Judges (if appointed)

• Sit in line with the finish, with a clear view of the course and finish line at all times.
• After each race, report the placings to the Referee according to their assignments.
• May not act as timekeepers in the same race (unless operating semi-automatic equipment as allowed by the rules).

When finish judges are used without automatic equipment, the Referee determines placings if necessary.