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Motorcycling Ireland

Motorcycling Ireland. Seminar of the Irish Anti-Doping Programme. Substances/Methods are banned for 3 reasons:. Performance Enhancement Endangers the Health of Athletes Against the Spirit of Sport. Spirit of Sport. Ethics Fair Play

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Motorcycling Ireland

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  1. Motorcycling Ireland Seminar of the Irish Anti-Doping Programme

  2. Substances/Methods are banned for 3 reasons: Performance Enhancement Endangers the Health of Athletes Against the Spirit of Sport

  3. Spirit of Sport Ethics Fair Play Honesty Health Respect Rules and Laws

  4. Strict Liability Your Body Your Responsibility

  5. Consequences of not adhering to Anti-Doping Procedures Suspension from sport – 2 years to life Financial implications Invalidity of Results Other Consequences – Time, Media .

  6. 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.

  7. Sample Collection Procedures

  8. Rider Selection Random draw Draw made before Event

  9. 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.

  10. An rider is entitled to: Request to see the Doping Control Officer and Chaperone’s ID card Nominate a representative of their choice to accompany them during the sample collection Request a delay in reporting to the Doping Control Station (DCS) for a valid reason

  11. Valid reasons for a delay in reporting for testing: Locating a representative Obtaining photo I.D. ( License ) Competing in further Competitions Obtaining necessary medical treatment

  12. 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

  13. 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

  14. Report to Doping Control Station

  15. 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

  16. Before selecting a sample collection vessel OR

  17. Selecting a Sample Collection Vessel

  18. Providing a Sample A chaperone of the same gender directly witnesses the athlete provide a sample The athlete must remove all clothing from the knees to mid-chest and from the hands to the elbows

  19. Minors – U18

  20. 90mls

  21. 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

  22. Selecting a Sample Collection Kit • A selection of kits • Check the tamper evident seal, all seals

  23. Five-Point Check

  24. Dividing/Sealing the Sample Sample is split between bottles Lids secured on bottles

  25. From time of passing the urine until it is securely sealed , only the RIDER must handle the sample

  26. Checking the Suitability of the Sample Specific Gravity checked – must meet laboratory requirements ≥1.005

  27. Declaration of Medications/ Supplements used in past 14 days

  28. Confirmation of Procedure for Urine and/or Blood Testing

  29. The Lab

  30. 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

  31. The Prohibited List and Checking Medications

  32. WADA Prohibited List ‘the banned list’ Drug tests check for categories of substances and methods on this list Available at: www.wada-ama.org

  33. Recreational Drugs (including Cannabis) are on the Prohibited List

  34. The Simple Advice… Riders must check all your prescribed and over-the-counter medications

  35. Republic of Ireland www.eirpharm.com ISC Medication Checker App

  36. Northern Ireland, UK, USA, Canada www.globaldro.com

  37. GUESS which are prohibited?And could cause you a problem

  38. Prohibited

  39. GUESS which are prohibited?

  40. Prohibited

  41. The Same? Republic of Ireland America PROHIBITED!!!!!!

  42. What happens if your medication is prohibited? If you are competing at International Level, you may need to apply for a TUE

  43. Advice for Riders Know what goes into your body Check your medication every time Remember the principle of ‘Strict Liability’

  44. Advice for Riders cont.… When competing abroad Bring a supply from home of any prescribed or over-the-counter medications you may need If you need to purchase medication overseas – you need to check if it is permitted in the country where it is purchased

  45. Advice for Riders cont.… If your medication is prohibited, read the TUE Policy to see if you need to apply Supplements – seek professional advice, research the product and company and weigh up the risk

  46. For More Information Contact your Anti-Doping Officer Bernard Keller Email: mciantidoping@gmail.com or

  47. www.irishsportscouncil.ie/antidoping

  48. Follow us on Twitter #pureirishsport

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