1. Briefing for
Tournament
Chaperones

2. ( 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

3. 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

4. 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 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.

5. 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 – of the FIH Anti-Doping Rules.
The teams will be informed about this procedure during the Medical Briefing.

6. Example of Notification Form

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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 )

10. 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

11. 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

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

13. 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