The final week of the Anti-Doping educational videos is to educate the athletes on what happens during a drug test.

It is essential that athletes learn their rights and responsibilities as athletes during these tests and what to expect.

Rights

  • Request to see the testers ID cards
  • Bring a representative with you e.g. parent, team doctor, coach
  • Request to have an interpreter (if necessary)
  • Request information regarding the sample collection procedure
  • Request necessary modifications to the sample collection procedure if you  have an impairment.
  • Request a delay  in reporting to the Doping Control Station (DCS), where the tester will remain with you, for valid reasons such as:
  • In-Competition: Participation in a victory ceremony; Fulfillment of  media    commitments; Competing in further competitions; Performing a warm down; Receiving necessary medical treatment; Locating a representative and/or interpreter; Obtaining photo identification; Any other exceptional circumstances which may be justified, and which shall be documented 
  • Out-of-Competition: Locating a representative and/or interpreter; Completing a training session; Receiving necessary medical treatment; Obtaining photo identification; Any other exceptional circumstances which can be justified, and which shall be documented
  • Be provided with a choice of a minimum of 3 sample collection equipment including sample collection vessels and kits.
  • Record comments about the sample collection procedure on the Doping Control Form
  • Receive copies of all documentation you have signed

Responsibilities

  • Co-operate with the DCO and Chaperones during the sample collection procedure
  • You must stay within the sight of the DCO/Chaperone at all times until you have provided your sample and are released by the DCO
  • You must comply with the sample collection procedures; the first sample that you provide, after notification, must be at the DCS; you must retain control of your urine sample until it is securely sealed.
  • You should avoid excessive re-hydration as a there is a requirement to produce a sample with a suitable Specific Gravity for analysis.
  • Report immediately to the Doping Control Station (DCS) for a test unless there is a valid reason for a delay.
  • Produce photo identification, when requested, to the DCO/Chaperone
  • Ensure all applicable documentation is accurate, complete and signed off
  • If you choose to consume food or fluids prior to providing a sample it is at your own risk.

Watch the video below now!