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What is civil servant doping ?
Society of Sports Pharmacy
Doping isn't just a problem for elite athletes.
Doping tests are also conducted in physical fitness tests for civil service recruitment, including for police officers and firefighters. To ensure fair competition and the reliability of the tests, the government strictly prohibits doping.
What is doping in the civil service exam?
The act of using prohibited drugs or methods for the purpose of artificially improving performance (physical strength) in a physical fitness test
This is strictly controlled as it may interfere with fair selection and disadvantage other applicants.
Background and legal basis for implementation
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Doping tests introduced in the physical examination for police and firefighter recruitment in 2015.
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24 banned substances selected through consultation with relevant ministries and expert advice
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As specified in the Civil Service Examination Regulations and Physical Test Notice
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Article 46 of the Police Officer Appointment Ordinance, Article 51 of the Fire Officer Appointment Ordinance
Classification of banned substances (24 types in total)
In part reflecting the classification system of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), the following substances are prohibited:
Types of doping to watch out for
Doping doesn't simply mean taking drugs. The following actions are also considered doping:
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Use or possession of prohibited substances
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Attempt to tamper with or conceal samples
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Avoiding inspection through others, proxy inspection
Exceptions: Similar to Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE)
If necessary for medical reasons, even if it is confirmed that a banned substance has been taken, relief is possible by submitting supporting documentation.
Examples: ADHD medications, asthma inhalers, etc.
💡 Before taking, you must consult with a specialist (doctor or pharmacist) to check for the possibility of doping.
Practices to prevent doping
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Check your medications and supplements before the test
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Consult a pharmacist to see if the product contains banned doping ingredients.