[treffk]

Every event is a bit different with interpretations on certain things. Working during ceremonies is one of them. Another I've encountered is the shade of blue on safety glasses, I've had some Safety Advisers tell me you have to be able to see your pupils and others not care.

Specifically regarding pit work during ceremonies my take is that some view it as disrespectful. You're supposed to stop all work and pay attention to what is going on. (Despite the fact some regional's have a screen in the pits showing what's going on at the field.) Similar to how some feel about technology at the dinner table.

I personally do not mind it, since technically 1 person is supposed to be in the pits at all times while they are open. In my mind this includes ceremonies, excluding the final awards one as most teams are already packed and ready to head out. Some teams to clean up and rope off their pits if they will not be in it which helps outsiders/non-team members not to poke around. Plus depending on how they do it they can see if it had been messed with when they get back.