Rapier:When you are allowed to participate - Authorization and inspection requirements

Authorization and inspection requirements

1. You must be properly authorized under Society and your kingdom-of-residence requirements and processes prior to participating in rapier activities at SCA events and demos.
   1. If you are not authorized, you are allowed to participate in formal training sessions. These include classes and practice sessions at events and SCA practices, under the supervision of a marshal.
2. Before engaging in any combat at an SCA event or practice, your weapons, equipment and protective gear must be inspected and approved by a marshal warranted for this purpose and activity. This includes training and pick-ups.
3. Even though a marshal inspected your weapons, equipment and protective gear, you accept full responsibility for the condition of your own equipment. You have the obligation to yourself, the marshals, and all opponents, to see that your equipment meets all Society and kingdom requirements.