Group of upper-level officials who especially supervise the bout as it unfolds and check that the referee and the judges perform their duties correctly.
timekeeper
Official who monitors the duration of the bout.
scorekeeper
Official who tracks the karatekas’ points and penalties.
corner judge
One of the four officials who assist the referee, give their opinions especially about the referee’s decisions and judge the actions of the karatekas.
referee
Official who enforces the rules, directs the bout on the mat, awards the points and gives out warnings and penalties.
contest area
Mat with an area of 8 m2 on which the bout takes place; it is surrounded by a safety surface.
competitors’ line
Mark designating the karatekas’ position at the start of the bout and after any interruption.
referee’s line
Mark designating the regulation position of the referee during the bout.
