(a) Each rink shall have a timekeepers bench area. Controls for timing devices shall be located in this area. It is recommended that shielding extend from the top of the boards on the front, back and sides of the timekeepers bench area to separate the rink from the timekeepers and spectators. It is also recommended that a hole smaller than the diameter of a puck shall be located in the shielding in front of the timekeepers bench area so that on-ice officials can communicate with the timekeeper.
