Introductory Officiating

Communication

This video highlights some of the communication skills required of an on-field official, including, the use of voice commands and building rapport with players, dealing with dissent, communicating with other officials, the use of whistle and flags, and written reports.

Risk Management

This video shows an official managing a range of risks within the competition environment. See how many risk management situations you can find in the video, including before and during the match.

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Australia is one of only two nations to have competed in every modern Summer Olympic Games.

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700 athlete scholarships offered on average annually at the AIS.
263 current and former AIS athletes competed at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.
143 Olympic medals have been won by athletes from the AIS since its establishment.
35 thousand kilometres were swum by Petria Thomas while at the AIS.
0.5 million people visit the AIS each year