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 Honesty Health Respect Rules and Laws

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 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

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

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 laboratory requirements ≥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:

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 Medication Checker App

Northern Ireland, UK, USA, Canada

GUESS which are prohibited? And could cause you a problem

Prohibited

GUESS which are prohibited?

Prohibited

The Same? Republic of IrelandAmerica 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 Know what goes into your body Check your medication every time Remember the principle of ‘Strict Liability’

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

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

For More Information Contact your Anti-Doping Officer Bernard Keller or

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