1. To be knowledgeable of and comply with the Anti-Doping Policies and Rules.
2. To be available for Sample collection at all times.
3. To take responsibility, in the context of anti-doping, for what they ingest and use.
4. To inform medical personnel of their obligation not to use prohibited substances and prohibited methods and to take responsibility to make sure that any medical treatment received does not violate the Anti-Doping Rules.
5. To disclose to Lao NADO and their International Federation any decision by a non-Signatory finding that the Athlete committed an anti-doping rule violation within the previous ten years.
6. To cooperate with Anti-Doping Organizations investigating anti-doping rule violations.
7. To disclose the identity of his or her Athlete Support Personnel upon a request by Lao NADO or a National Federation, or any Anti-Doping Organization with authority over the athlete.
8. Offensive conduct towards a Doping Control official or other Person involved in Doping Control by an Athlete , which does not otherwise constitute Tampering, may result in a charge of misconduct, which may render the Athlete liable to disciplinary actions which may be imposed by their governing bodies.
Athletes’ Rights and Responsibilities during Doping Control
When selected for doping control, athletes have certain rights and responsibilities during the process.
Athletes’ Rights:
1. To have a representative and/or an interpreter (if available) accompany him or her (Athlete under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
2. To have the sample collection procedures clearly explained
3. To request a delay in reporting to the Doping Control Station for valid reasons (For example, to complete a training session, to fulfill media commitments or to attend a prize presentation ceremony)
4. To request modifications to the standard sample collection procedures if you have an impairment
5. To give comments and raise concerns regarding the sample collection process
6. To receive a copy of the signed Doping Control Form
Athletes’ Responsibilities:
1. To comply with the sample collection procedures
2. To produce valid identification
3. To remain within continuous observation of the Doping Control Officer or chaperone at all times during the doping control
4. To report to the Doping Control Station as soon as possible unless delayed for valid reasons
5. To maintain control of your sample until it is sealed
6. To ensure all appropriate paperwork is accurate, complete and signed
Further detials of these role and reponsibilies can be found in Code Article 21.2 and 21.3 with the WADA Code