Global Powerlifting Alliance
Referee written Examination
1. The head judge has the responsibility to give the "squat" and "rack" command to the lifter. Describe the procedure.
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4. The head judge has the responsibility to give the "press" and "rack" command to the lifter in the bench press. Describe the procedure.
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5. The head judge has the responsibility to give the "down" command to the lifter in the deadlift. Describe the procedure.
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6. Describe 5 faults in the deadlift.
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9. What substance may the lifter apply to the bar before the lift?
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10. What are the times that a lifter may weigh in before the start of the competition?________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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12. What may be worn under the one piece lifting suit?
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