There are a number of changes within the playing rules of the World Eightball Pool Federation which take place from January 2009.

World Eight Ball Rules: Playing Rules
World Eight Ball Rules: Guidance for Umpires
World Eight Ball Rules: Calling Procedures
World Eight Ball Rules:  Lag for the Break
World Eight Ball Rules: Snooker Diagrams
World Eight Ball Rules: Umpires Equipment
World Eight Ball Rules: Accrediated Umpires

The current versions can be found on the AEBF Umpires website www.8ballumpire.com.au