1. Elite Athletes’ briefing
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Elite Athletes’ briefing
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Briefing agenda
Welcome and Introductions
Competition Jury
Schedules and Timetables
Check-in and Procedures
The course
Post-Race Procedures
Water Quality
Weather Forecast
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3. Welcome and Introductions
<Insert name>, <highest ranked ITU/ Continental Executive Board representative>
<Insert name>, ITU Team Leader
<Insert name>, ITU Technical Delegate
<Insert name>, ITU Assistant Technical Delegate
<Insert name>, ITU Head Referee
<Insert name>, ITU Medical Delegate
<Insert name>, LOC Director
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Competition Jury
<Insert name>, Chair
<Insert name>
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5. Schedule and Timelines
Friday {Thursday if the briefing is on Thursday}
hh:mm – hh:mm Race pack pick-up
hh:mm – hh:mm Pasta Party
Saturday {Friday if the briefing is on Thursday}
hh:mm – hh:mm Training Sessions in the swimming pool
{if applicable}
hh:mm – hh:mm Bike course training {if applicable}
( Meeting Point: ……….)
hh:mm – hh:mm Swim course training {if applicable}
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6. Schedule and Timelines
Sunday {Saturday if the briefing is on Thursday}
hh:mm – hh:mm Athletes’ Lounge open and check-in
hh:mm – hh:mm Transition Area open for Elite Women
hh:mm – hh:mm Warm-up for Elite Women
hh:mm Elite Women Start
hh:mm – hh:mm Medal ceremony
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7. Schedule and Timelines
Sunday {Saturday if the briefing is on Thursday}
hh:mm – hh:mm Athletes’ Lounge open and check-in
hh:mm – hh:mm Transition Area open for Elite Men
hh:mm – hh:mm Warm-up for Elite Men
hh:mm Elite Men Start
hh:mm – hh:mm Medal ceremony
hh:mm Closing ceremony
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Check-in procedures
{if applicable}
Team officials entering the venue
Using the shuttle service from the ……………
Schedule
(<pickup location> to <dropoff location>):
hh:mm, hh:mm, hh:mm,
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Check-in procedures
Athletes Lounge
Uniform check (name, country, logos, ITU logo, zippers) – photos taken of each uniform. Wearing other uniform during the race = DSQ!
Body marking check (both arms, both legs)
Timing chip distribution (2 for the ankles / 1 for the ankle {choose the correct one} / 1 for the bike {if applicable}
Swim cap distribution
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10. Check-in procedures Transition Area
Bike check (Bike mechanic available)
The maximum tyre diameter for the MTB is 29 inch. The minimum cross section is 1.5 inch.
A plate will be placed on the bike’s handlebar on each athletes’ bike. Finishing without a plate is subject to DSQ.
Helmet check
To add any equipment to the bike, you must obtain approval from the Head Referee up until 10 minutes after the end of the Athletes‘ Briefing.
Clip-on handlebars are forbidden
Traditional MTB bar ends are allowed but must be plugged

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Pre-start Procedure
Athlete Introduction:
10 minutes before start - line-up under the swim exit gantry
Jog to the platform
Select your position and stay behind the line!
Athlete blocking more than one place will result DSQ
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Start Procedures
Athletes in position:
The start can be given any time after the Head Referee announces ”On your mark”
Electronic horn blast / Air horn blast {choose the correct}
The race starts
Athletes not moving forward at the start will receive a time penalty of 10/15 seconds in TA1.
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13. False Start Procedures
False start Example:
Several horn blasts
Kayaks in front of you
Everyone goes back to her/his spot
Valid start but with early starter :
If an athlete(s) starts before the horn and everyone else starts with the horn, the false starter(s) will receive a time penalty of 10/15 seconds in TA1. During the time penalty the athlete(s) may not touch any equipment!
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The Course
Swim
<number> lap(s) of <lenght of one lap>m
Bike
<number> laps of <lenght of one lap>km
Run
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The Course
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16. Swim course Today at hh:mm am Water temperature: XX.X ºC
Air temperature: XX.X ºC
Wetsuit allowed / Wetsuit not allowed {choose the correct}
<number of laps> laps (total distance of <total lenght of the swim in meter>m)
Distance to the first turn buoy <lenght in meter>m
Take cap, goggles to transition into your box
Swim cut-off – as per ITU competition rules

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Swim course Map
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Transition Area
Traditional Bike Racks – one row / two rows {choose the correct}
Rack your MTB by the saddle
Running shoes in front of the box, helmet on the bike
Bags to the Athletes Lounge
Wetsuits {if applicable}, googles & swim caps into the box
Mount line at the end of the TA
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Transition Flow
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Bike course
<number of laps> laps (total distance of <total lenght of the bike in kilometer>km)
Hilly / flat and technical / not technical {choose the correct}
Course is marked according to the UCI MTB guidelines
Drafting is allowed in all the categories, but not between men and women - When safe, give way to faster riders.
Stay on the right/left – Pass on the left/right {choose the correct}
Carry with you extra tubes
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Bike course
One repairing zone (see location on the map). Tools and pump will be available.
Multiple timing verification points to ensure no cutting of the course
Filling Station on the course – no support from volunteers/ must stop and dismount the bike if you need to use it
Only discard bottles and litter within littering zones as indicated by the following signs:
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Bike Course Map
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UCI MTB course marking
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Caution
Caution signal: three sharp whistles and red flags
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25. Run course
<number of laps> laps (total distance of <total lenght of the bike in kilometer>km)
Aid stations:
<number> per lap
For locations see the map
Sealed water and ice sponges {if applicable}
Only discard bottles and litter within littering zones as indicated by the following signs:
Photo-finish
Congestion in finish area:
Go to mixed zone / recovery area

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Run Course Map
Insert Run Course Map (show locations of aid station, littering zones & finish chute)
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27. Run Penalty Box – {Elite only}
The penalty box is for infringements in: Swim, TA1, bike and TA2
e..x.: Mount before mount line, dismount after dismount line, discharge or store your equipment outside your designated area, rack the bike outside your own space etc
(Transition will be videotaped for infringements)
Location: {include the exact location} m before the Transition Area
Information: White board to show race numbers and letters
(Athletes need to read the board – coaches are advised to check and inform their athletes)
Procedure: 15/10 {choose} second time penalty served on any lap of the run
If you don’t stop DSQ

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Run Penalty Box
Violations Abbreviations:
Littering: L Mount Line: M
Swim violations: S Dismount Line: D
Other violations: V Equipment outside box: E
For example:
12D = athlete #12 received a time penalty for a dismount line violation
12x2ME = athlete #12 received 2-time penalties for mount line and equipment outside the box violations
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29. Penalties (AG) How do you know if you need to serve a penalty?
The official will do the following –
Sound a whistle or horn
Show a YELLOW CARD
Call your number
Advise you of the PENALTY
The time penalty is served on the spot. Follow the instruction of the Technical Officials.
If you are shown a RED CARD, you may be disqualified

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Post-race Procedures
When you finish, keep moving through to the mixed-zone and recovery area
For awards, dress “up” with race uniform or country clothes
Awards Ceremony immediately following finish
Ambush marketing rules apply
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Post-race Procedures
Anti-Doping Control
Photo ID is needed for every athlete that is selected for test
Team Medical Access
Only one accredited team medical person will be allowed to enter the medical tent, after ITU Medical Delegate’s permission.
Each National Federation is permitted to have 1 team medical accreditation for all elite events.
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32. Results and Medal Ceremony
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Medal Ceremonies: {insert times}
First three athletes of each category are requested to be at the meeting-point 15 minutes before. Be punctual as we must start on time.
As per the ITU Competition rules:
2.8 c.) (i) Athletes must wear the uniform during the entire competition and award ceremony. Long sleeves and long pants are allowed for the award ceremony
Kids are not allowed on the podium.
If you can not attend the medal ceremony, your Team Manager or one of your team mates should pick up your medal at the end of the ceremony.

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Coaches areas
Accreditation
Coaches’ accreditation will only be distributed to those coaches who’s National Federations registered them through the on-line system
They will have access to:
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Coaches will have a designated space available on the bike and run segments to supply athletes with their own food and beverages. {comment to be deleted: show on a map}
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Important Updates
{If applicable}
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35. Water Quality Assessment (Sea)
Enterococci
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NMP/100mL
Location A 10
Location B
Location C
Enterococci limit
<100
E.Coli
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NMP/100mL
Location A 80
Location B
Location C
Enterococci limit
<250 PH
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Location A 7
Location B
Location C
PH limit
6-9
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Weather forecast
Day
Weather
Briefing (B)
Overcast with light rain
B +1
Overcast (20% chance of rain
Race Day
Weather report
Day
Weather
B-3
Heavy rain in the evening
B-2
Sunny
B-1
SUMMARY
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3 = ‘Fair Water Quality’: (E.Coli: 250 to 500 or Enterococci 100 to 200), but with potential or poor visual pollution during sanitary check and/or potential for forecast of heavy rain;
Water Quality Decision Matrix (Sea and Transition water)
1 = ‘Very Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli < 250 or Enterococci < 100) with no or potential visual pollution during sanitary check or forecasted heavy rain;
2 = ‘Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli < 250 or Enterococci < 100) with poor visual pollution during sanitary inspection or forecasted heavy rain;
2 = ‘Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli: 250 to 500 or Enterococci 100 to 200) but with no or potential visual pollution during sanitary inspection or forecasted heavy rain;
3 = ‘Fair Water Quality’: (E.Coli: 250 to 500 or Enterococci 100 to 200), but with potential or poor visual pollution during sanitary check and/or potential for forecast of heavy rain;
4 = ‘Poor Water Quality’: (E.Coli > 500 or Enterococci > 200), with any visual pollution during sanitary check and/or potential for forecast of heavy rain.
Water Quality Decision Matrix (Inland water)
1 = ‘Very Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli < 500 or Enterococci < 200) with no or potential visual pollution during sanitary check or forecasted heavy rain;
2 = ‘Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli < 500 or Enterococci < 200) with poor visual pollution during sanitary inspection or forecasted heavy rain;
2 = ‘Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli: 500 to 1000 or Enterococci 200 to 400) but with no or potential visual pollution during sanitary inspection or forecasted heavy rain;
3 = ‘Fair Water Quality’: (E.Coli: 500 to 1000 or Enterococci 200 to 400), but with potential or poor visual pollution during sanitary check and/or potential for forecast of heavy rain;
4 = ‘Poor Water Quality’: (E.Coli > 1000 or Enterococci > 400), with any visual pollution during sanitary check and/or potential for forecast of heavy rain.
Visual Sanitary Inspection (last 12 hours)
Location
Visual Pollution
Odour
Time of visit
Comments
None
09:15
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36. Water Quality Assessment (Inland)
Enterococci
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NMP/100mL
Location A 10
Enterococci limit
<200
E.Coli
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NMP/100mL
Location A 80
Enterococci limit
<500 PH
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Location A 7
PH limit
6-9
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Weather forecast
Day
Weather
Briefing (B)
Overcast with light rain
B +1
Overcast (20% chance of rain
Race Day
Weather report
Day
Weather
B-3
Heavy rain in the evening
B-2
Sunny
B-1
SUMMARY
Add text from competition rules – 10.3.f.i or 10.3.g.i YOU CAN FOUND IT IT THE SLIDE NOTES BELOW, eg.
3 = ‘Fair Water Quality’: (E.Coli: 500 to 1000 or Enterococci 200 to 400), but with potential or poor visual pollution during sanitary check and/or potential for forecast of heavy rain;
Water Quality Decision Matrix (Sea and Transition water)
1 = ‘Very Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli < 250 or Enterococci < 100) with no or potential visual pollution during sanitary check or forecasted heavy rain;
2 = ‘Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli < 250 or Enterococci < 100) with poor visual pollution during sanitary inspection or forecasted heavy rain;
2 = ‘Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli: 250 to 500 or Enterococci 100 to 200) but with no or potential visual pollution during sanitary inspection or forecasted heavy rain;
3 = ‘Fair Water Quality’: (E.Coli: 250 to 500 or Enterococci 100 to 200), but with potential or poor visual pollution during sanitary check and/or potential for forecast of heavy rain;
4 = ‘Poor Water Quality’: (E.Coli > 500 or Enterococci > 200), with any visual pollution during sanitary check and/or potential for forecast of heavy rain.
Water Quality Decision Matrix (Inland water)
1 = ‘Very Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli < 500 or Enterococci < 200) with no or potential visual pollution during sanitary check or forecasted heavy rain;
2 = ‘Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli < 500 or Enterococci < 200) with poor visual pollution during sanitary inspection or forecasted heavy rain;
2 = ‘Good Water Quality’: (E.Coli: 500 to 1000 or Enterococci 200 to 400) but with no or potential visual pollution during sanitary inspection or forecasted heavy rain;
3 = ‘Fair Water Quality’: (E.Coli: 500 to 1000 or Enterococci 200 to 400), but with potential or poor visual pollution during sanitary check and/or potential for forecast of heavy rain;
4 = ‘Poor Water Quality’: (E.Coli > 1000 or Enterococci > 400), with any visual pollution during sanitary check and/or potential for forecast of heavy rain.
Visual Sanitary Inspection (last 12 hours)
Location
Visual Pollution
Odour
Time of visit
Comments
None
09:15
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Weather forecast
Temp Weather
Friday ….ºC <type>
Saturday ….ºC <type>
Sunday ….ºC <type>
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Good Luck!
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