ABC for poll workers: how to check and attend mandatory training for the May 31 elections
Starting May 11, training sessions began for citizens designated as poll workers in the presidential elections on May 31. Although many receive digital notifications, others are just verifying if they have been selected to fulfill one of the key functions during election day.
TL;DR
- Training for designated poll workers began on May 11 for the May 31 presidential elections.
- Citizens must verify their designation as poll workers on the National Registry's official website by checking their ID number.
- Training is mandatory for all poll workers, regardless of prior experience.
- Poll workers are required to report at 7:00 a.m. on election day to set up, verify voters, distribute ballots, and conduct the count.
- Failure to attend without valid justification may result in sanctions, including fines or dismissal for public servants.
- Poll workers are entitled to one paid compensatory day off after the elections.