Drug Free Policy Orienteering Western Australia () recognises the need to ensure that all participants are educated about tobacco, alcohol, medication and other drugs, in order to prevent or reduce potential harm. The health and safety of all participants is our primary concern. The key to preventing and reducing drug related harm is to have a coordinated plan that involves the education of participants and the implementation of appropriate procedures. The development of a workable drug free policy is an essential outcome of a risk assessment evaluation for any sporting club or association. We will actively seek to promote, encourage and support strategies to prevent or reduce harm from drug use for all participants at all levels (local, region, State and National). Safe Drug Use Practices Encourage fair play by athletes, coaches, parents and officials. Educate participants through delivery of drugs in sport information in the newsletter or by other appropriate means. During the Junior Camps, and in managed Junior Teams, and at any other activity supervised by coaches or employees, will - Ensure that medications are used when needed and according to directions. Adopt and be guided by the Sports Medicine Australia Policy on the administration of medications by non-meical personnel. During organised training sessions, promote sound training principles such as a balanced training program, injury prevention strategies & good nutrition (including hydration). Moderate Alcohol and Caffeine Consumption and Smoke Free Environment. Adopt and abide by the Smoke Free Policy. Adopt and abide by the Alcohol Policy. Adopt and abide by the Healthy Eating Policy. Misuse of Drugs or Substances Adopt and abide by the Orienteering Australia (Inc) Anti-Doping Policy. Provide appropriate education for participants as to the potential harm of using prohibited or banned substances. Ban the use of illegal drugs at all activities. Supporting Elite Athletes Distribute available drug education materials to all elite athletes, coaching and administration staff of state representative teams. Ensure athletes with conditions requiring the therapeutic use of drugs that are banned or restricted, have provided adequate and correct notification to Orienteering Australia (Inc.). Encourage elite athletes to behave as appropriate role models for junior participants. Adopted March 2002

Last modified: 23 January 2005
Reviewed: 16 March 2007