I'm glad to hear that this issue is being addressed.I nearly missed a major client recently due to the overpopulated list of measurers in Fort Worth. The client emailed one of the non-measurers listed in the database of measurers who just happened to know me and was able to direct them to me. Of the 5 "measurers" that are listed in Fort Worth, TX, I am the only one who has ever measured a course. As it stands, the current database violates the USATF criteria for listed measurers. - https://www.usatf.org/resource...d-measurer-standards
To be listed as a measurer on the USATF/RRTC Websites, measurers must meet defined criteria. This does not mean someone cannot measure his or her own course and have it listed. It only means that, if these standards of performance are not met, a measurer won’t be visible in the list of measurers shown on the USATF/RRTC Websites. This is to ensure that when race directors look to the USATF/RRTC sites for measurers who they may hire to measure a course, the persons listed will meet at least minimal performance standards:
A measurer must create maps that meet the stated standards, as found in the Course Measurement Procedures Manual on page 27.
A measurer must create every map with enough detail that someone not at all familiar with the course can properly set out the course for a race. Marks will fade or be removed, so descriptions of Start, Finish, and Turnarounds relative to permanent landmarks are critical. Accurate split descriptions are also critical when included, as runners want splits. Since you measure and mark splits, they should be indicated on the map, and descriptions supplied for each split (split descriptions can be on a second page, if there is no room on the map page for the split descriptions). Split descriptions are not required. Maps without sufficient detail (lacking Start, Finish, and Turnaround detail drawings) are not acceptable.
A measurer must file application paperwork which is filled in completely and correctly. All requested information must be supplied, including name, phone, and email of the lead measurer, and that of the race contact. Physical addresses for the measurer and race contact are recommended, but optional.
Measurers must respond to requests by the Certifier for additional information/clarification of a map or an application in a timely manner. It’s not the responsibility of the Certifier to make multiple requests for information. Failure to respond to requests in a timely manner is reason for de-listing.
The current website layout simply invites confusion, with a big "sign up" link on the front page with absolutely no information that registration is ONLY for measurers who meet the above criteria.
Here's my suggestion:
1. Redesign the home page of certifiedroadraces.com so that the search database function is featured prominently on the home page and the sign in page is not included on the home page.
2. Make a separate registration page that lists the above USATF listed measurer standards and requires users to check a box attesting that they meet the criteria before they are allowed to register.
3. Per standard #4 above, purge all the non-measurers from database.