Blue Card Squat is issued for which fault?

• A. Failure to observe the chief referees signals
• B. Failure to assume an upright position with the knees lock at the completion of the lift
• C. Any downward movement of the bar before it reaches the final position
• D. Stepping backward or forward, moving the feet laterally

Answer: (D)

In the squat, you must keep your feet planted and maintain a fixed stance throughout the lift. Stepping forward, backward, or moving your feet laterally during the attempt shows loss of balance and a failure to hold a stable, controlled position, which is not allowed. That is the behavior the blue card is used to flag. The other faults involve different violations—responding incorrectly to signals, finishing with knees not locked, or letting the bar drop before the final position—each relates to a different aspect of form or procedure.