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Anti-Doping - What is Strict Liability

All athletes need to be aware of the principle of strict liability.  This means that all athletes are solely responsible for any banned substance they use, attempt to use, or that is found in their system, regardless of how it got there and whether or not they had an intention to cheat.

It is crucial that athletes check all medications are safe to take prior to use. Medications can be checked online via Global DRO.

Athletes must undertake thorough internet research of any supplement products before use – including the name of the product and the ingredients/substances listed.  Information revealed as a result should be further investigated and we advise athletes to keep evidence of their search.

Last updated 1 Apr 2018