Anti Doping
Anti-doping information for all Senior and Junior elite athletes competing in Foot Orienteering, Trail O, MTBO and Ski O
Mike Hamilton (Chief Executive) is the Anti-Doping Officer for British Orienteering.
British Orienteering runs an active anti-doping policy. Our current policy has been agreed with UK Sport's Drug Free Sport Directorate who are recognised by the IOF as our authority on anti-doping matters. However in 2004 the IOF and UK Sport signed up to work with the World Anti-Doping Agency, WADA and it will be their regulations that will be enforced.
A copy of the British Orienteering Anti-Doping policy can be found here or if you would like the UK Sport 'Drug-Free Sport Advice Card' - please contact the National Office.
Does Anti-Doping Affect Me?
Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)
Banned Substances
Does Anti-Doping Affect Me?
If you are a member of the GB Squad at any level, run the elite courses in the UK, compete for World Ranking Points overseas or be selected to represent GB in World 'closed events' it will affect you, so read on.
There are four levels:
Level 1 is the International level and is controlled directly by WADA through the IOF. A group nominated by British Orienteering Performance Director will be on this list. They must report their whereabouts at all times to the IOF and they are subject to testing at any time either in or out of competition. Athletes must obtain a TUE if taking banned medication under prescription.
Level 2 is the National level and is controlled by UK Sport. The remainder of the GB squad athletes, both senior and junior, are on this list. These athletes are subject to testing at any time in or out of competition. Athletes must obtain a TUE if taking banned medication under prescription.
Level 3 is the elite level and anyone running on an elite course, a World Ranking Event or who is a selected international representative (e.g. Foot-O, MBO, Trail-O or Ski-O), is liable to be tested in competition. There is no requirement for out of competition testing. Athletes must obtain a TUE if taking banned medication under prescription.
Level 4 Start Athletes - Although juniors under 16 will not normally be tested either in or out of competition we are signed up to the 'Start Clean, Stay Clean' programme. Accordingly all junior athletes selected for the Start Squad will have anti doping workshops and will be required to obtain TUEs if they are taking banned medication under prescription. Any junior under 16 that is selected for testing will only be tested with the express permission of their parents or guardian and under strict and agreed supervision.
What does 'in & out of competition' mean?
In competition testing means what it says, testing carried at the conclusion of a competition. For British Orienteering this means that all 'in competition' testing will be carried out on elite courses with a number of athletes being selected. This is usually confined to the seeded positions, say the last ten to twenty men and women starters although 'targeted selection' is allowed. However, if there are only a few runners, any athlete could well be asked to provide a sample.
Out of competition testing means that the testing team could turn up on your doorstep at any time although this normally means at a training camp for athletes not at Level 1. A certain number of out of competition tests are allocated to Orienteering by WADA and UK Sport and can be carried out at any time. All athletes included in out of competition testing will be briefed separately as to their responsibilities.
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What is a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)?
Athletes competing at a high level in their sport may need to use a prohibited medication as treatment for a legitimate medical condition. In this case athletes should first check with their doctor to see if there are any permitted alternative treatments or medications. If there are not, they will need to apply for a Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE).
There are two types of TUE applications:
- Abbreviated TUE (ATUE) - This is required for some inhaled asthma medications (Salbutamol, Salmeterol, Terbutaline and Formoterol) and for some products containing glucocorticosteroids, like eye drops, ear drops and nasal sprays.
- Standard TUE - This application should be used for any other prohibited substances not covered under the ATUE process. These forms will be reviewed by a panel of independent physicians, known as a Therapeutic Use Exemption Committee (TUEC). Where possible, athletes should only use a prohibited substance once an exemption has been granted (except with acute or emergency treatments).
How do I apply?
You need to visit 100%me website and go to the TUE section found here. This website provides a comprehensive guide to the TUE process and you can download the TUE forms there. Once you have completed the form and had it filled in and signed by your prescribing doctor, you should send your form to the National Office. The National Office will then forward your application on to UK Sport or the IOF for review.
How long does it take to get a response?
ATUEs are considered valid on receipt of a fully and appropriately completed ATUE form by the relevant organisation so once you have sent it to the National Office make sure you keep a copy of the sent receipt. If it is not completed fully or accurately it will not be accepted so check you've filled it in properly.
For standard TUEs these take 15 working days to be reviewed as long as all the correct medical information is provided
For more information from UKSport, visit their 100%me website
Test Results
The Lead Anti Doping Officer is notified of test results by UK Sport or the IOF and will notify athletes as to their test results. British Orienteering has not had a positive test to date.
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Banned Substances
Are your medications on the Prohibited or Banned substances list?
If you are in doubt check it out. This can be done online using the drug information database at
www.didglobal.com
100% Me web site (UK Sport's anti doping web site) www.100percentme.co.uk
World Anti Doping Agency website
www.wada-ama.org
UK Sport web site that includes an overview of anti doping
www.uksport.gov.uk/pages/drug_free_sport/
Further information can be found on the UK Sport and WADA websites.
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