Pre-match

Check that the Technical Zone has been clearly marked and is a practical size and layout.
Ensure that there are enough chairs for all personnel
Ensure that access from the team bench to the Technical Zone is clear and easy
Ensure that any bibs that are required of Technical Zone personnel are available and distributed.

In line with the section on communication with the Referee, the Referee should indicate when and how they want things communicated
Similarly, the Referee and the Timekeeper should separately agree when and how the Timekeeper will communicate.

Introduce yourself to the Team Managers, ensuring that:

Lineups have been submitted and are correct (this responsibility may fall to someone else)
Confirm that the front row designations for each player are correct
Request that any last minute changes are brought to the appropriate person
Depending on the technology being used:
- That the Team Manager is comfortable using the application and has the necessary hardware
If replacement cards are being used, they should be issued with enough cards for the game and they know who to ask for additional cards should they be required
Confirm warm-up protocols
Confirm Water-carrier and medical protocols (Law 6.28 & 6.29)
Raise any unusual circumstances that you may be aware of in advance.