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USA Powerlifting International Referee

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What this credential requires

All of:
  • CertificationUSA Powerlifting National Referee
  • ExperienceHold National Referee status for at least 24 months
  • MembershipCurrent member in good standing of an IDFPA Affiliate
  • CourseCurrent SafeSport training or affiliate equivalent
  • OtherCurrent background screen or affiliate equivalent
  • ExperienceMeet the current minimum referee work-point requirement over the most recent four years
  • OtherRequired evaluation and affiliate/IDFPA Technical Committee approval

Formal prerequisite: USA Powerlifting National Referee — source · verified 2026-09-07.

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