Article B1.6.4

General Safety - Track Access Restrictions

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Article B1.6.4

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General Safety - Track Access Restrictions

Chapter: ARTICLE B1: ORGANISATION OF A COMPETITION

In Simple Terms

The track and pit areas are restricted zones during specific times around practice, qualifying, and races. Only drivers, official team members, and authorized personnel are allowed in these areas to keep everyone safe and prevent interference with the competition.

  • No unauthorized access to track, pit entry, or pit exit during 15 minutes before and 5 minutes after practice/qualifying sessions
  • Restricted access continues from the formation lap until cars enter parc fermé (final technical inspection area)
  • Only drivers, team personnel with specific permissions, and authorized officials are exempt from these restrictions
  • Restrictions exist to maintain safety and prevent unauthorized interference with racing operations
Official FIA Text

During 15 minutes before to 5 minutes after practice/qualifying and between formation lap and parc fermé, no one on track/pit entry/pit exit except authorized personnel, drivers, and team personnel with specific permissions.

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