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PROTECTION
Umpires can stand in a match for anything between 3 and 7 hours a day
Many of those hours may be spent in cold conditions or under a blazing sun
It is essential that you protect yourself from the cold and the damaging effects of the ultraviolet rays of the sun
Cold
Umpires can stand in a match for anything between 3 and 7 hours a day
Many of those hours may be spent in cold conditions or under a blazing sun
It is essential that you protect yourself from the cold and the damaging effects of the ultraviolet rays of the sun
Cold
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You cannot concentrate if you are cold. In cold weather conditions ensure you wear enough clothing to keep warm
Several layers of light clothing are more effective than a single, bulky jumper
Wear thermal socks
Consider wearing thermal underwear
Keep extra clothing in your bag; the temperature often drops sharply after late afternoon