To render decisions that meet our memberships’ quality expectations, arbitrators must remain knowledgeable about AF rules, hearing procedures, and system functionality.

As previously communicated, effective March 1, 2025, AF will begin deactivating arbitrators who have not heard a case in the prior six months. AF will send notification to the arbitrator at the 90-day mark as a reminder to log in and hear at least one case to remain active. Arbitrators who have not heard a case in the prior six months must complete the Quality Decisions webinar and associated quiz and the Guide for Arbitrators quiz to be reactivated. These steps are necessary to refresh and familiarize returning arbitrators with any rule changes, hearing procedures, or system functionality.