motorcycling ireland seminar of the irish anti-doping programme
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Motorcycling Ireland
Seminar of the Irish Anti-Doping Programme
Substances/Methods are banned for 3 reasons:
Endangers the Health of Athletes
Against the Spirit of Sport
Performance Enhancement
Spirit of Sport
Fair Play Honesty Health
Respect Rules and Laws
Ethics
Strict Liability
Your Body
Your Responsibility
Consequences of not adhering to Anti-Doping Procedures
Suspension from sport – 2 years to life
Financial implications
Invalidity of Results
Other Consequences – Time, Media .
Important
If a rider/coach is sanctioned for a positive test they will not be allowed to train with a club, participate, coach or administer any other sport that is signed up to the WADA Code, while under sanction.
Sample Collection Procedures
Rider Selection
Random draw
Draw made before Event
Rider Notification
•AFTER a Rider finishes training or race a tester will verbally inform the rider that they need to do a drugs test•They will be asked to sign the Doping Control Form.•Failure to comply with these request have the same implication as a positive test result.
An rider is entitled to:
Request to see the Doping Control Officer and Chaperone’s ID cardNominate a representative of their choice to accompany them during the sample collectionRequest a delay in reporting to the Doping Control Station (DCS) for a valid reason
Valid reasons for a delay in reporting for testing:
Locating a representative Obtaining photo I.D. ( License )Competing in further CompetitionsObtaining necessary medical treatment
Rider Responsibilities
•Produce identification, when requested, to the DCO/Chaperone•Stay within sight of the DCO/Chaperone assigned to them at all times until they have provided their sample and signed the Doping Control Form
Riders Responsibilities
•Comply with the sample collection procedures - the first sample they provide, after notification is at the DCS
•Retain control of their urine sample until it is securely Sealed
Report to Doping Control Station
Before providing a sample
Riders should avoid excessive re-hydration
Consuming food or fluids prior to providing a sample it is at Rider’s own risk – strict liability
Bottled water may be provided for Riders, ensure the bottle is sealed before opening
Before selecting a sample collection vessel
OR
Selecting a Sample Collection Vessel
Providing a Sample
The athlete must remove all clothing from the knees to mid-chest and from the hands to the elbows
A chaperone of the same gender directly witnesses the athlete provide a sample
Minors – U18
90mls
Partial Sample
•The partial sample is put in the ‘A’ Bottle until further urine is provided to reach a total of 90mls•The partial sample is sealed with a ‘partial sample seal’ with an individual number
Selecting a Sample Collection Kit
•A selection of kits
•Check the tamper evident seal, all seals
Five-Point Check
Dividing/Sealing the Sample
Sample is split between bottles
Lids secured on bottles
From time of passing the urine until it is securely sealed , only the RIDER must handle the sample
Checking the Suitability of the Sample
Specific Gravity checked – must meet laboratoryrequirements
≥1.005
Declaration of Medications/ Supplements used in past 14 days
Confirmation of Procedure for Urine and/or Blood Testing
The Lab
Results Management
•Motorcycling Ireland will issue negative results to the athlete within 6-8 weeks
•Positive Result – Contacted via Phone/ Letter by Anti- Doping officer in Motorcycling Ireland/ISC
•License will be suspended until hearing is held
The Prohibited List and Checking Medications
WADA Prohibited List
‘the banned list’ Drug tests check for
categories of substances and methods on this list
Available at:www.wada-ama.org
Recreational Drugs (including Cannabis) are
on the Prohibited List
The Simple Advice…
Riders must check all your prescribed and over-the-counter medications
Republic of Ireland
www.eirpharm.com ISC Medication Checker App
Northern Ireland, UK, USA, Canada
www.globaldro.com
GUESS which are prohibited?And could cause you a problem
Prohibited
GUESS which are prohibited?
Prohibited
The Same?
Republic of Ireland America
PROHIBITED!!!!!!
What happens if your medication is prohibited?If you are competing at
International Level, you may need to apply for a TUE
Advice for Riders
Check your medication every time
Remember the principle of ‘Strict Liability’Know what goes into your body
Advice for Riders cont.…
When competing abroad
If you need to purchase medication overseas – you need to check if it is permitted in the country where it is purchased Bring a supply from home of any prescribed or over-the-counter medications you may need
Advice for Riders cont.…
Supplements – seek professional advice, research the product and company and weigh up the riskIf your medication is prohibited, read the TUE Policy to see if you need to apply
www.irishsportscouncil.ie/antidoping
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