Briefing for Tournament Chaperones

( sometimes known as steward, attendant, escort ) Why a Chaperone ? ( sometimes known as steward, attendant, escort ) To verify that anti-doping regulations have been followed To improve the quality of the Doping Control process As a convenience for the athlete … an important and responsible role – so chaperones must be at least 18 years old

Procedure for dope testing A draw is made at half-time by the DCO and FIH Sport Manager and/or FIH Medical Officer to identify athletes to be tested An athlete Notification for Dope Testing form will be filled out and the DCO and/or the FIH MO/FIH Sport Manager or the Chaperone will present this form to the team manager, who will support and assist with the timely notification of the athlete

After the athlete has completed the competition, he/she will sign and date the Notification Form and keep a copy. The original will be kept by the DCO. Following this the athlete must stay in view of the Chaperone until reporting to the Doping Control Station. The athlete is required to report immediately to the Doping Control Station, unless there is a valid reason for delay, as specified in accordance with article 5.8.8 of the FIH Anti-Doping Rules The athlete is entitled to be accompanied to the Doping Control Station by a representative from his/her NA, or an interpreter, if required.

The athlete must show a valid identification document at the Doping Control Station, where he/she will provide information on the Doping Control Form. Sample collection will proceed in accordance with articles 5.9.2 – 5.9.11 of the FIH Anti-Doping Rules. The teams will be informed about this procedure during the Medical Briefing.

Example of Notification Form

Role of the Chaperone 1 When requested, be at the pitch-side with the Notification Form at least 10 minutes before the end of the match Present the form to the team manager, who will assist with notification of the athlete Confirm player’s identity and have notification signed Stay close to the player at all times and follow him/her everywhere Escort the player to the Doping Control Station Wait in the Doping Control Station while the player is having the test until the DCO tells you everything is complete and you are dismissed If not complete, accompany the player again until he/she is ready to produce another sample

Role of the Chaperone 2 Be courteous at all times The player is entitled to confidentiality about being identified for testing If there are any doubts about the process, contact the FIH Sport Manager or the DCO – but do not leave the player to do so

The player is not allowed to Go to the toilet Take a shower Have an ice-bath ( this is to ensure that the first urine after notification is tested )

The player is allowed to Go anywhere Eat and drink anything he/she wants – but avoid excessive re- hydration Obtain medical treatment or warm down Change their clothes Participate in ceremonies or interviews Obtain necessary identification or locate an interpreter/representative

The chaperone is not allowed to To give or advise the player on food or drinks To give medication or treatment even if the player asks for it

Chaperonning at the Olympics Technical Officials Seminar Utrecht 15 – 17 July 2011 Case report Chaperonning at the Olympics

Final action DCO, FIH Sport Manager and chaperones should exchange names and telephone-numbers in case you have to consult each other Thank you and good luck