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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 Test
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 Race Referee
<Insert name>, ITU medical Delegate
<Insert name>, LOC Director
{comment – to be deleted: Insert the names of the officials that are attending the briefing and delete the rest}
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Competition Jury
<Insert name>, Chair
<Insert name>
{comment – to be deleted: Insert the names of the Competition Jury Members}
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5. Schedule and Timelines
Day
hh:mm – hh:mm
Race pack pick-up (after the athletes’ briefing)
Your Package includes: {Write what is included in the race package}
hh:mm – hh:mm Pasta Party
hh:mm – hh:mm Swim course familiarisation
{comment – to be deleted: Include info regarding race schedule, race package distribution, accreditation, check in procedure, start times and ceremonies}
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6. Check-in procedures Athletes Lounge
Uniform check (name, country, logos, ITU logo, zippers) – photos taken of each uniform.
Wearing other uniform during the race = DQF!
Body marking check (both arms, both legs)
Timing chip distribution (2 for the ankles / 1 for the ankle {choose the correct one }
Swim cap distribution
Leave all personal belongings in the Athletes’ Lounge. LOC will tranfer them to the Recovery area
Transition Area
Running shoes outside the box
Return your non-competition gear to the Athletes’ Lounge

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The Course
Run 1
<number> lap(s) of <lenght of one lap>m
{not applicable on a wetsuit swim, check ITU CR in that case}
Swim
<number> laps of <lenght of one lap>km
Run 2
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The Course
<Insert the overall course map>
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Pre-start Procedure
Athlete Introduction:
10 minutes before start - line-up at {insert the location}
Jog to the start line
Select your position and stay behind the line!
Blocking more than one position = DSQ
Your last minute gear will be moved to the recovery area from the LOC.
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Start Procedures
Athletes in position:
The start can be given any time after the TD 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 ... {to be deleted - according to the distance} seconds in TA1.
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Run course 1
<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:
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Run Course 1 Map
Insert Run Course 1 Map
(indicate aid stations, littering zones, finish gantry)
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Swim course
Today at hh:mm am
Water temperature: XX.X ºC
Air temperature: XX.X ºC
<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 and place in your box
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Swim Course Map
Insert Swim Course Map
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Run course 2
<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 2
Insert Run Course Map (show locations of aid station, penalty box, lap counter, finish chute, littering zones) (clarify if the athletes will be passing through the TZ on every lap)
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17. Run Penalty Box {elite}
Start infringements will be served in T1
Run 1, T1, Swim, T2 and Run Infringements will be served in Run
Location: {include the exact location} m before the Transition Area
Information: White board to show race numbers and letters to indicate violations
(Athletes need to read the board – coaches are advised to check and inform their athletes)
Procedure: {include the exact seconds} time penalty served on any lap of the run
Penalties must be posted prior to the last lap on the run. Any penalties following that point will be served on the spot.
Athletes have the option to decide whether to stop at the penalty box and serve the penalty or continue to the finish. Not stopping will result in DSQ on crossing the finish line. The athlete may then appeal the penalty. Evidence will only be made available if an appeal is filed.
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18. Run Penalty Box {elite}
Violations Abbreviations:
Littering: L Swim violations: S
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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Post-race Procedures
Photo Finish
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.
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Coaches areas
Accreditation
Coaches accreditations will only be distributed to those coaches who’s National Federations registered them through the on-line system
They will have access to:
<AREAS>
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22. Medal Ceremony {Elite}
{Insert all the important information regarding the medal ceremony for the medalists and the attendances}
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
Elite athletes are not allowed to carry their country flag on the podium; there will be flags raising with the playing of the national anthem of the winner.
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Medal Ceremony {AG}
{Insert all the important information regarding the medal ceremony for the medalists and the attendances}
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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Important Updates
{If applicable}
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25. Water Quality Assessment (Inland)
Enterococci
Insert Sample Date
NMP/100mL
Location A 10
Enterococci limit
<200
E.Coli
Insert Sample Date
NMP/100mL
Location A 80
Enterococci limit
<500 PH
Insert Sample Date
Location A 7
PH limit
6-9
Insert map of course layout with sample’s locations
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: 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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26. Water Quality Assessment (Sea)
Enterococci
Insert Sample Date
NMP/100mL
Location A 10
Enterococci limit
<100
E.Coli
Insert Sample Date
NMP/100mL
Location A 80
Enterococci limit
<250 PH
Insert Sample Date
Location A 7
PH limit
6-9
Insert map of course layout with sample’s locations
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: 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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Weather forecast
Temp Weather
Friday ….ºC <type>
Saturday ….ºC <type>
Sunday ….ºC <type>
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Good Luck!
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