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Safety and Rules

The sport of Karting has rules for the safety and fairness of the competitors, organisers and marshals. All motorsport venues have rules, and the following is a guide to the rules we have at our track.

Driving

There are rules for driving karts to keep everyone safe and the racing fair but competitive.

  1. Keep away from the engine and exhaust at all times.
  2. Use one pedal at a time. Keep your foot off the brake pedal when accelerating and vice-versa.
  3. Keep both hands on the steering wheel at all times to keep in control of the kart at all times.
  4. Remain in your kart at all times unless instructed by a marshal to do otherwise.
  5. You must obey flags and marshals' instructions at all times.
  6. Karting is a non-contact sport. Repeated or deliberate bumping/pushing is considered dangerous driving.
  7. Blocking or weaving on the track is also considered dangerous.
  8. Walking pace is the only acceptable speed when driving in the Pit Lane.

Flags

The standard international motorsport flags are used at our track.

YellowYellow Flag
There is a hazard up ahead. Slow down and strictly no overtaking or racing allowed.

RedRed Flag
The race has been stopped. Come to a safe and quick stop and wait for further instructions.

Blue Blue Flag
There are faster karts behind you. Move over to the left and let them by.

Black/WhiteBlack/White Flag
A warning flag for dangerous driving. Calm down or your likely to be black flagged.

BlackBlack Flag
Return to the pits immediately. There is a serious problem with either your driving or your kart.

ChequeredChequered Flag
End of the session. Complete the lap you are on and return to the pits at a reduced pace. Strictly no racing or overtaking allowed after the chequered flag.

General

  1. For fire safety, smoking is permitted only in designated areas.
  2. Race suits, helmets, balaclavas and gloves must be worn while out on track.
  3. No alcohol or drugs are permitted before or during a race.
  4. The race directors decision is final.
  5. For recommendations on appropriate clothing, please read our FAQ.

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