Referee Command: 'On guard!'	This command is used for the fencers to adopt the on guard position.
Referee Command: 'Ready?'	This command is used to find out if the fencers are ready to begin.
Referee Command: 'Play!'	This command is used to start and restart the fencing.
Referee Command: 'Halt!'	This command is used to stop the fencing before a hit is scored.
What referee signal is indicated by pointing one arm straight towards a fencer?	It indicates a Point in line position.
What referee signal is indicated by extending both arms straight out to the sides?	It indicates a Double hit (both fencers are hit).
What referee signal is indicated by pointing both arms downward diagonally?	It indicates simultaneous attacks.
What referee signal is indicated by crossing the arms in front of the waist and moving them outwards?	It indicates 'Nothing!' (no hit or warning).
What referee signal is used to indicate an off-target hit?	The 'Not valid!' signal, involving a waving motion with the arm down.
What does a Yellow Card represent in a fencing match?	It represents a warning to the fencer.
What is the consequence of receiving a Red Card?	It results in one hit being scored against the fencer.
What is the consequence of receiving a Black Card?	It results in the fencer's exclusion from the competition.
What is the passing mark for the Fencing Singapore Referee Online Assessment?	The passing mark is $75\%$ ($45$ points out of $60$).
How many points must an examinee referee during the FS Practical Test?	The examinee must referee for $3-5$ points.
What are the two main components evaluated in the FS Referee practical exam?	The components are Personality (control/gestures) and Performance (quality/consistency of decisions).
In the FS Referee structure, what defines a Level 1 referee?	A top-tier referee holding FIE-B or FCA certification.
What is the status of a Level 4 referee in the FS system?	A referee in the Probation or Inactive stage.
What is the minimum rest time for a fencer between two pool bouts?	The minimum rest time is $3$ minutes.
What is the minimum rest time for a fencer between two direct elimination bouts?	The minimum rest time is $10$ minutes.
If two fencers in a pool share a nationality, when should they fence each other?	They should fence each other first before facing any other fencers in the pool.
What score is recorded if a pool bout remains $0-0$ after the additional priority minute?	The score is recorded as $V0-0$.
At what point must a team substitution be announced?	It must be announced before the start of the bout prior to the bout the reserve is to fence.
Can a fencer replaced due to an accident fence again in the same team match?	Generally no, unless officials decide to allow a return for subsequent matches.
Under what condition can a team end a match with only two fencers?	If the third fencer is eliminated due to injury, retirement, or a disciplinary card.
Is it permitted to use the weapon as a throwing weapon?	No, using the weapon as a throwing weapon is forbidden.
Where are fencers placed on guard after a halt without hits following a yellow card?	They are placed on guard at the spot where the play was stopped.
Where are fencers placed on guard before the additional priority minute begins?	They are placed at the regular start lines on the piste.
If a fencer crosses the lateral boundary with both feet before a halt, can they be awarded a hit?	No, the hit is annulled if it is made after the fencer goes off the piste with both feet.
What is the maximum duration for an injury or cramp break?	The break may last up to $5$ minutes.
What are the standard dimensions of a fencing piste?	The dimensions are $1.5m$ wide and $14m$ long.
At which stage of an individual competition does the use of judges become mandatory?	Judges are mandatory in the Top $4$ for individual events.
How many maximum repetitions of an action can a referee review for video analysis?	A referee can review a maximum of $4$ repetitions.
Who has the right to approach the referee to register a protest in team events?	The team captain is the only person with this right.
Foil: What is the maximum allowable bend in the blade?	The maximum allowable bend is $1cm$.
Foil: What is the required weight for the foil spring test?	The spring must lift a test weight of $500g$.
Foil: Where must the body-wire clip be attached to the conductive jacket?	It must be attached on the fencer's sword arm side.
Foil: What is the penalty for parrying with the unarmed hand followed by a riposte?	A red card is given and the fencer's hit is annulled.
Foil: What is the flexibility requirement for the foible of the blade?	It must be a minimum of $5.5cm$ and a maximum of $9.5cm$.
Epee: What are the two gauge sizes used to test the epee point?	Gauges measuring $1.5mm$ (total travel) and $0.5mm$ (residual travel) are used.
Epee: What is the required weight for the epee spring test?	The spring must lift a test weight of $750g$.
Epee: What occurs if a double hit is registered but one fencer's point hit the ground outside the piste?	The hit on the ground is annulled and the point is awarded to the opponent only.
Epee: What should the referee do if the meeting of points results in a double hit?	The referee should annul the hits.
Epee: What is the penalty for a fencer dragging the point of their weapon on the metallic piste while retreating?	The referee should halt the bout and give a yellow card.
Epee: If a double hit occurs during the priority minute of a pool bout, what is the outcome?	The hits are annulled and the bout continues until a single hit is scored or time runs out.
Sabre: What is the maximum allowable length of the blade?	The maximum length of the blade is $88cm$.
Sabre: What is the maximum allowable deflection of the blade?	The maximum deflection is $7cm$.
Sabre: What is the penalty for a fencer performing a fleche or cross-step?	A yellow card is given and any hit scored by the fencer at fault is annulled.
Sabre: What is the minimum depth the conductive gauntlet fabric must be folded inside the cuff?	The fabric must be folded to a depth of at least $5cm$.
In fencing, how is 'corps-a-corps' strictly defined?	It is defined as body-to-body contact, not merely guard contact.
When is turning the back during a bout considered a penalty?	When it is done specifically to avoid getting hit or is not part of a normal fencing action.
How do P-cards function in a team match relay?	P-cards apply to the whole team and stick for the entire match, rather than resetting each relay.
What happens in a team event if a fencer receives a P-Black card?	The reserve fencer comes on to play, but the team inherits a P-Red card.
Is a P-Black card considered a disciplinary sanction like a normal Black card?	No, it is a way to manage play and does not carry the same lasting penalties.
At what point during a match is hitting or dragging the weapon on the piste a penalty?	Only between the commands 'Allez' and 'Halt'.
Is it permitted to straighten a weapon on the metallic piste?	No, straightening a weapon on the piste is not permitted at any time.
What is the protocol if accidental causes make it impossible to carry out equipment tests after a hit?	The hit will be considered doubtful and annulled.
What is the penalty for a fencer whose name and nationality are missing from their jacket in a senior World Cup?	The referee will eliminate the fencer at fault from the event.
What is the minimum clothing requirement for a fencer taking a lesson at an FIE venue?	The fencer must wear a fencing glove and a mask conforming to regulations.
What happens if a fencer appears for a bout without a protective under-plastron?	The referee begins by penalizing the fencer for the first group offense.
In Epee, does parrying a blade off onto the floor reset the passivity clock?	Yes, parrying the blade onto the floor resets the clock.
What should a referee do if a fencer appears with hair covering a valid target area?	The referee should ask the fencer to affix the hair to ensure target surfaces are not covered.
How many times can a fencer appeal for video-refereeing in a direct elimination bout?	A fencer has a maximum of $2$ unsuccessful appeals but unlimited successful ones.
In Sabre, what happens if both fencers attack simultaneously and one hits with the guard?	A yellow card is given for the guard hit and no touch is awarded.
What is the penalty if a fencer fails to appear on the piste after the third call during pools?	The fencer is eliminated from the competition.
Can a coach give a lesson without a mask or plastron at an FIE competition venue?	No, they must wear at least a master's plastron, a fencing glove, and a mask.