Clerk of the scales

The clerk of the scales (clerk) is responsible to weigh out jockeys and their equipment before each race and to weigh in jockeys and equipment after each race. The clerk shall record and publish any weight over or under the weight appearing on the official program. The clerk upon determination that there has been a change in weight, jockey, or racing colors from those given in the official program shall note the change immediately to officials of the association for immediate dissemination to the public. The clerk shall report immediately to the stewards any violation of these rules respecting weight, weighing, or riding equipment. After each race the clerk shall advise the stewards of any underweight or overweight carried by any jockey. The clerk shall report to the stewards any other information they may require.