The latest version of the Ceremonial Handbook is available to Counties - Districts and Branches in the Membership Policy Documents Area. 

Key Notes:

Authority for the Branch Standard to parade should be duly recorded in the relevant committee minutes, or delegated to the Chairman in an emergency or at short notice, but the delegated authority should be minuted at the next held Committee meeting.

Mourning Drapes.
When Standards are draped at funerals or memorial services, the mourning drape
(153 cm x 15 cm) will be tied in a bow just below the spike on the head of the pole.
Drapes cannot be carried on any other occasion without the permission of the
senior formation taking part

The Standard Bearer is specially appointed by the branch committee for this
important post of honour, and it is essential that the person selected is physically
strong and well able to handle the Standard under all conditions. Standard Bearers
must be given access to a copy of this handbook and encouraged to attend training
sessions.

The Parade Marshall(PM) and Standard Bearer(s) must complete MS1B Section 5 physical fitness confirmation.

The PM must carry out a risk assessment of the capability of the SB. (RBL Branch MS1a)

The Branch Chair & Secretary shall hold a copy of the Current Branch RBL MS1a and Liability Insurance Certificate.

Insurance.
Formation Standards.
RBL’s Property Insurance Policy covers formation standards for all-risks, mainly theft and damage. The policy excludes damage to a formation standard caused through fair wear and tear. Standard Bearers are expected to take all reasonable measures to care for formation standards and store them safely.

Standard Bearer.
RBL maintains a comprehensive suite of insurance policies, including employer’s liability and public liability lines. Standard Bearers and attendees at RBL events, including training sessions, have appropriate assurance should an accident or incident occur. Please report any liability claim (or threat of a claim) to the Head
Office Insurance Desk immediately.