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AGCO outlines testing rules for Ontario horse racing

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Source: AGCO (Ontario)

Ontario’s AGCO describes testing programmes covering breath alcohol and drugs among safety-sensitive racing personnel, as well as EPO and TCO2 testing of horses. Participants who exceed breath-alcohol limits or refuse testing are removed from riding or driving duties, while positive horse-test results are handled under the applicable rules and policy directive.

The programmes set testing and participation conditions for racing personnel and horses in Ontario.

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