Technical Officials play a key role in the safe running of events nationwide and in the continuous improvement the sport of Triathlon.
understanding the role of the technical official
Technical Officials (TOs) come from all sporting backgrounds – from those with vast triathlon experience to those who only recently began in triathlon. The TO’s role is primarily to make sure the event is fun, safe and fair.
See the below areas for further information on the role of the Technical Official and discover how to become one.
The Technical Official Pathway
The officiating pathway consists of five levels and is linked between Triathlon Ireland and World Triathlon. This pathway allows Technical Officials to progress the level of event they are eligible to officiate at, from National Events to World Triathlon events.
Follow this page to discover how the Technical Official Pathway and understand how the TO pathway works and how to become a Technical Official for Triathlon Ireland.
The Local Technical Official
This is a qualification aimed at individuals who are interested in becoming a volunteer Technical Official and has been designed to provide attendees with the knowledge required to begin officiating, as well as covering the soft skills needed to develop as an Official.
Find out more about The Local Technical Official Course to discover how to become a Local Technical Official and what the role involves.
The National Technical Official
The National Technical Official (NTO) course provides the transition point from officiating domestically to officiating internationally. This is the first step on the World Triathlon Officiating Pathway.
Visit this webpage to discover The National Technical Official Course for your next step on the pathway for the Local Technical Official.
Technical Officials and Safeguarding
From 2020, all ROI Technical Officials officiating where junior athletes are eligible to compete, must be Garda Vetted and have completed relevant training. In ROI this is Safeguard One and in Northern Ireland this is the Safeguarding Children and Young People in Sport course. Read more about Safeguarding and the its importance in officiating here.
Technical Official Resources
We’ve brought together a collection of Technical Official Resources relating to the work of the Technical Official. You can discover everything from Code of Conduct to World Triathlon Rules here.
The Technical Committee
The Technical Committee plays a vital role in supporting the growth and integrity of triathlon officiating in Ireland. Chaired by experienced officials, the committee ensures that officiating standards remain fair consistent and aligned with international best practice.
Find out more about Loren and his role as Technical Committee Chair here: Read Loren’s Story