Complete Failure

We define here the "complete failure" of an element to be the failure of an element where nothing is accomplished other than the initial attempt at the element.  It is suggested the following should be considered complete failures in the short programs and original dance.  In side-by-side jumps, spins and sequences an element would be considered a complete failure only when both partners completely failed to execute the element.

Jump

1. Fall.
2. Takeoff completely on two feet (weight supported nearly equally by both feet).
3. Landing completely on two feet (weight supported nearly equally by both feet). 

Jump Combination

1. Fall on first jump.
2. Takeoff or landing completely on two feet in both jumps.

Spin

1. Fall entering the spin.
2. Any other error that results in less than one rotation being completed.

Sequence

1. Any error that results in less than 1/8 of the ice being covered in the sequence.

Pair Lift

1. Fall upon commencing the lift.
2. Any lift that does not reach full extension.
3. Any twist lift where the lady is not released.

Death Spiral

1. Fall before the pivot positions is attained.

Dance Lift

1. Fall upon initiating the lift.
2. Any lift where the initial position/hold in not achieved.