This document is one of the eight International Standards that must be complied with by all sports organizations that are signatories of the World Anti-Doping Code (WADC).

The ‘Prohibited List’ identifies the substances and methods which are prohibited at all times, In-Competition (IC) or in particular sports. Additionally, the International Standard for the Prohibited List 2022 is structured as follows:

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The International Standard for the Prohibited List 2022 can be consulted in the website of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)

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This document is updated every year and the official text shall be maintained by WADA and shall be published in English and French.

It is very important for the athlete or any other support personnel to be familiar with this document in order to avoid inadvertent doping.

The principle of strict liability is a legal doctrine that holds a party responsible for their  actions, without the plaintiff having to prove negligence or fault. This applies to the athlete  at any time, as he/she is the ultimately responsible for any banned substance found in his/her body. 

For more information, please, check the official World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) website.