“That this has occurred at such a crucial stage of the season is particularly disappointing,” the statement read.
“We understand the club shares these concerns and has made representations to the authorities seeking clarification.”
In Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Motherwell, Hearts had two penalty claims turned down, the second one after referee Steven McLean had gone to the monitor to review it.
Manager McInnes raised the incident with head of refereeing Willie Collum and was “satisfied” he “was in agreement” with the Tynecastle club.
In Sunday’s 3-1 home win for Celtic over Rangers, the hosts’ Alistair Johnston was booked for a first-half challenge on Mikey Moore, with some pundits suggesting it should have been a red card.
Rangers head coach Danny Rohl indicated they would be raising that and Celtic’s first goal, citing a similar incident in Rangers’ December win over Motherwell in which the Ibrox side had a goal disallowed for offside.
Mallon added: “At a time when Scottish football is subject to heightened scrutiny, it is important that confidence in officiating standards is maintained.
“We therefore call on those responsible for the officiating of Saturday’s match to ensure that the highest standards of decision-making are applied, so that the game is decided by the players on the pitch and the team is given the fair opportunity it has earned.”
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