1. 2012 Dynamic Events DRAFT FSAE @ Michigan International Speedway
THANK YOU FOR COMING TODAY AND COMMITTING YOUR TIME TO THIS WORTHWHILE EVENT!
My name is … and I am … I’ve been doing this for xx years
I will be giving a short presentation on the Dynamic events for those who have signed up to work on the track.
Last year’s competition at the Michigan International Speedway was one of the MOST SUCCESSFUL events ever.
The weather cooperated (well sort of – we had some rain on Friday – but hey, this is Michigan, right?)
Plenty of willing volunteers from Chrysler, Ford, GM, Honda, Toyota, the SCCA, and others.
Minimal on-track incidents were handled quickly and professionally.
Michigan International Speedway
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2. Four on-track Dynamic Events
Acceleration Friday 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Skid Pad Friday 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Autocross Friday 2:30 pm ~ 5:30 pm
Endurance & Fuel Economy Saturday 9:00 am ~ 12:30 pm :45 pm ~ 5:30 pm
End times for the Autocross and Endurance events are APPROXIMATE.
We want to give all teams the opportunity to run (no matter how slow they may be).
For the past three years we actually ended on time, however in previous years we often ran over because of weather delays.
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3. Acceleration Event Friday morning
75 meter (82 yard) straightaway
2 drivers per car / 2 runs per driver
Scoring:
0 to 75 points possible
Fastest run counts
Cones Down or Out = 2 sec penalty per cone
Off Course = DNF (Did Not Finish) = 0 points
The course worker’s safety briefing for the Acceleration event will take place on the track at 8:30am next to the timing & scoring motorhome. Look for the SCCA banner. Please be on time.
When showing this slide, explain the “Down or Out” cone rule.
This year we will be again marking the cone locations with colored carpenter’s crayons.
As in previous years, the exact outer perimeter of the racing track lanes will be marked with chalk.
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4. Skid Pad Event Friday morning
2 circles of ~50’ diameter in a figure-8 pattern
2 separate layouts (for logistical purposes)
2 drivers per car / 2 runs per driver
Each run consists of 2-right and 2-left laps
Scoring:
0 to 50 points possible
Fastest left and fastest right laps count
Cones Down or Out = 0.25 sec penalty per cone
Off Course or Incorrect number of laps = DNF
The course worker’s safety briefing for the Skid Pad event will take place on the track at 8:30am next to the timing & scoring motorhome. Look for the SCCA banner. Please be on time.
Course workers need to stay alert for this event, cars move fast in a very tight area, and often lose it!
Two skid pads are set up so that we can get through all of the teams in the 3 hour time slot.
Acceleration & Skid Pad events have a hard end time of 12:30pm, no exceptions. They snooze, they lose!
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5. Track Layout – Skid Pad
2008
Once again this year, due to the limited area that we have to work, the course layout is TIGHT.
Track workers will be positioned on the OUTSIDE of the track.
We will have to cross the track to assist disabled cars on the inside of the track – USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN CROSSING A HOT TRACK!
We will need to SLOW down the cars as they exit – they are moving fast and the driver’s adrenaline is pumping!
Very briefly explain how the Skid Pad will operate – 2 laps to the right, then 2 laps to the left, then exit out.
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6. Autocross Event Friday afternoon
Course Length = approx ½ mile
2 drivers per car / 2 laps per driver
Typically 3-4 cars on the track concurrently
Avg Speeds = 30 to 40 MPH
Scoring:
0 to 150 points possible
Cones Down or Out = 2 sec penalty per cone
Off Course = 20 sec penalty
Missed Slalom = 20 sec per occurrence
DNF if car stalls or breaks & cannot restart without external assistance
The course worker’s safety briefing for the Autocross event will take place on the track at 1:35pm next to the timing & scoring motorhome. Look for the SCCA banner. Please be on time.
Comments on vehicle restarting:
We will give them “a couple of minutes” to attempt a re-start.
Only the driver can attempt a re-start (no assistance from the course workers or team members).
If driver gets out of car (ie. removes safety belt) they are done, and that run will be scored as a DNF.
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7. Typical Autocross Track Layout
2008
Typical Autocross Track Layout
Driver Change 5
FINISH
Grid 1
START 4
Slalom 1
Slalom 2 2
Once again this year, due to the limited area that we have to work, the course layout is LONG and NORROW. Note that the track layout shown on the screen is a typical layout, and changes from year-to-year.
Due to construction traffic this year, the Start/Finish of the Autocross will be set up 180 degrees from previous year’s events. Teams will enter at the north gate 50 crossover, will line up north-to-south, but will still run in a clockwise direction.
Track workers will be assigned to one of the five corner stations and will be positioned on the OUTSIDE of the track.
We will have to cross the track to assist disabled cars on the inside of the track – USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN CROOSING A HOT TRACK!
Corner stations are as follows:
- Grid line-up, Tech Inspection and Driver Change lanes
Start
5 corner stations
Finish
Very briefly explain how slaloms will operate. 3
Station Coverages From To
START beginning of Slalom 1
start of Slalom 1 ½ way to corner 3
½ way from corner 2 ½ way around turn-around
½ way around turn-around end of Slalom 2
end of Slalom 2 FINISH
Start Green flag Finish no flag All Stations Red flag
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8. Endurance & Fuel Economy Event All day Saturday
Course Length ~1.0 Kilometer
Total run = 2 x 11 laps (22 Kilometers)
2 drivers per car / Driver change midway
Typically 5-7 cars on the track concurrently
Passing only within designated passing zones
Avg speed = 35 MPH / Approx top speed = 65 MPH
Scoring:
Endurance 300 points + Fuel Economy 100 points possible
Cones Down or Out = 2 sec penalty per cone
Off Course = 20 sec penalty
Missed Slalom = 20 sec per occurrence
DNF if car stalls & cannot restart without external assistance
The course worker’s safety briefing for the Endurance event will take place on the track at 8:30am next to the timing & scoring motorhome. Look for the SCCA banner. Please be on time.
Endurance run order is based on the results of Friday’s Dynamic events. This year’s run order will be a bit different from previous years:
Slowest cars run from 9am-Noon.
Fastest cars beginning at 1:15 to approx 3:30pm.
Remaining cars run after 3:30.
Briefly explain how the 4 passing zones and 3 slaloms will operate.
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9. Typical Endurance Track Layout
2008
Typical Endurance Track Layout
Competitor entrance / exit
Spectator fence
DrCh
Grid
West wall 6
S/F BF
Slalom 2
Pass4 5
Pass3 4 1
Slalom 1
Pass1 2
Pass2 3
East wall
Once again this year, due to the limited area that we have to work, the course layout is LONG and NORROW. Note that the track layout shown on the screen is a typical layout, and changes from year-to-year.
Due to construction traffic this year, the course will be set up 180 degrees from previous year’s events. Teams will enter at the gate 50 crossover, will line up in the grid area near the Start/Finish line, and will run in a counterclockwise direction. Also new this year, the Penalty Box will be located next to the Driver Change area to relieve some of the near-track congestion.
Track workers will be assigned to one of the six corner stations and will be positioned on the OUTSIDE of the track.
We will have to cross the track to assist disabled cars on the inside of the track – USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN CROOSING A HOT TRACK!
Corner stations are as follows:
Start/Finish line
6 corner stations
Black/Checkered Flag station
Penalty box / Tech Inspection / Driver Change area (this year all three will be in the same area behind the timing & scoring motorhome)
Very briefly explain how passing zones / blue flagging will operate. Explain that is very important to quickly blend the cars back onto the track after being passed. Show how to wave them in and out of the passing lane.
Emergency exit
Grid Staging area
S/F Start / Finish line (Green flag only)
BF Black Flag station (Mechanical Black, Black, and Checker flags)
DrCh Driver Change / Penalty box / Tech Inspection areas
Station Coverages From To
Start / Finish end of Passing Zone 1
end of Passing Zone 1 end of Slalom 1
start of Passing Zone 2 ½ way around turn-around
½ way around turn-around ½ way to Passing Zone 4
½ way from Passing Zone 3 end of Passing Zone 4
end of Passing Zone 4 Black Flag station
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10. On-Track Corner Workers
Team on each corner:
Corner Captain
Radio Communicator
Yellow / Red Flagger
Cone Shaggers
Blue Flagger *
Passing Zone Signal Marshals *
Each corner station will have a team of 5-10 workers who will be positioned on the OUTSIDE of the track.
We will have to cross the track to assist disabled cars on the inside of the track – USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN CROOSING A HOT TRACK!
The Corner Captain is usually an SCCA licensed Track Marshal – follow their lead, they are trained on how to deal with on-track emergencies.
Two MIS safety trucks and an ambulance will assist us in the case of fires, serious emergencies and track clean-up.
2-way radio communications from corners to Race Control and Timing/Scoring follows SCCA communications protocols.
Yellow, Red, Black flags follow SCCA flagging standards. We’ll talk about the flags in a minute.
Cone Shaggers must we aware of oncoming cars at all times – ONLY RETRIEVE A CONE WHEN IT IS SAFE & CLEAR.
* Endurance Event only
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11. Flag Signals Command Flags Informational Flags
Flags that send a message to the competitor that they MUST obey without question
Informational Flags
Require NO action from the driver
Are used as added information to help the driver to maximize performance
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12. Command Flags FLAG EVENT DESCRIPTION Green OK to Start Blue
AutoX & Endurance
OK to Start
Blue
Endurance only
Passing Zone
Yellow (stationary)
Danger ahead
Yellow (waving)
Extreme Danger ahead
Black
Penalty
Black w/ Orange Circle
Mechanical problem
Red
Stop Now
Checker
End of Session
FLAG COMMENTS:
GREEN – used by the Starter only
BLUE – each of the 4 passing zones will have one – this flag should be displayed prominently (but not waved). Show how to rock it “in their face”
YELLOW – at all stations
BLACK – only at the Black Flag station
RED – at all stations
AUTOCROSS RED – shown by the decision of the individual corner flaggers, however show discretion ENDURANCE RED – displayed only by order of Race Control
- CHECKER – the Black Flag station will display this when instructed by Timing/Scoring
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13. Informational Flags
FLAG
EVENT
DESCRIPTION
White
Endurance only
Slow Car or Emergency Vehicle ahead
Red & Yellow striped
Surface Problem
FLAG COMMENTS:
- WHITE – this may be a race car, golf (tow) cart, or MIS Emergency truck.
- STRIPED – shown at the discretion of the corner captain – this may be for fluids, car parts, cones, etc. that may be obstructing any portion of the track.
For detailed info go to >
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14. Corner Workers Safety Tips
Wear appropriate outerwear – no shorts
Bring Work Gloves
Do not use cameras or cell phones when track is hot
Always be aware of oncoming cars
Cross track only when absolutely necessary
Be careful when approaching or pushing cars
Be aware of hot exhaust system, leaking fuel or coolant, engine fires, broken body or suspension parts, etc.
Safest location to push the car is on the main roll hoop, but watch your footing!
Try to dress in light-colored clothing. Helps you stay cool, and does not conflict with the flag colors.
Dress for the weather, especially if rain or cold is in the forecast.
Be aware that it’s always windy out at MIS.
Try to bring white or orange colored gloves.
Photography IS allowed when the track is not hot, or in all non-racing areas. All photographers must have a spotter.
Be careful when pushing a car – do not get pants, sleeves, ID badges tangled in the tires. Don’t end up like Mr. Bill !
Watch out for the hot exhaust muffler & pipes.
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15. Corner Workers Comfort Tips
Wear comfortable shoes (but NO open-toes)
Apply Sunscreen
Stay Hydrated
Communicate with your Corner Captain and Co-Workers
Track sessions are 3-4 hours long. Be prepared.
Show up on time and stay until the end of your shift - We’re counting on you!
Bring a positive attitude – HAVE FUN !
We will deliver water, Gatorade, and snacks to you on the track during the events. No need to bring your own – Ok to bring a backpack, but travel light.
Don’t just walk off the track, let your corner captain know when you are leaving for a potty break.
Let the corner captain know if you don’t feel well, or are hurt.
PLEASE DON’T LEAVE EARLY.
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Dynamic Events
Give yourself minutes from the time that you arrive at the MIS for:
Parking
Registration
Get breakfast or lunch in the main tent
Restroom stop
Walk or ride the shuttle to the Dynamics area (on the opposite side of the track – between MIS turns 2 and 3)
See you on May 11th and 12th
Plan on arriving at M.I.S. no later than 7:45am Worker Safety Briefings on the track at 8:30am – SHARP!

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Dynamic Events
THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION
– All the information that you will need can be found at this website, including maps, traffic, and weather.
- Also information about ride sharing, lodging and camping.
ANY QUESTIONS?
For more information and a copy of this presentation, go to ↓ fsae.TurnMarshals.com