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11614. The collection processor will pour off a small volume of the specimen into a separate container to perform specimen validity checks. Specific gravity will be measured first, and if in range, the collector will measure the pH of the urine in the presence of the athlete.15. If the urine has a specific gravity below 1.005 (1.010 if measured with a reagent strip), the specimen will be discarded by the athlete.The athlete must remain in the collection station until another specimen is provided. The athlete will provide another specimen.16. If the urine has pH greater than 7.5 (with reagent strip or digital meter), the specimen will be discarded by the athlete. The athlete must remain in the collection station until another specimen is provided. No more than 3 urine specimens with a pH greater than 7.5 will be collected. If the urine has a pH less than 4.5 (with reagent strip or digital meter) will be sent to the laboratory and the student-athlete is required to remain in the collection station until another specimen is provided.17. If the urine has a specific gravity above 1.005 (1.010 if measured with a reagent strip) and the urine has a pH between 4.5 and 7.5inclusive, the specimen will be processed and sent to the laboratory.18. The laboratory will make final determination of specimen adequacy.19. If the laboratory determines that an athlete’s specimen is inadequate for analysis, at the client’s discretion, another specimen maybe collected.20. If an athlete is suspected of manipulating specimens (e.g., via dilution), the client will have the authority to perform additional tests on the athlete.21. Once a specimen has been provided that meets the on-site specific gravity and pH parameters, the athlete will select a specimencollection kit and a uniquely numbered Chain of Custody Form (or uniquely numbered set of bar code seals) from a supply of such.22. A collector will record the specific gravity and pH values.23. For split sample packaging, the collector will pour approximately 60 mL of the specimen into the “A vial” and the remaining amount (approximately 20 mL) into the “B vial.” For single sample packaging, the collector will pour 50 mL into the “A vial.” Samples will be shipped to a WADA accredited laboratory.24. The collector will place the cap on each vial in the presence of the athlete; the collector will then seal each vial in the requiredmanner under the observation of the athlete and witness (if present).25. Vials and forms (if any) sent to the laboratory shall not contain the name of the athlete.26. All sealed specimens will be secured in a shipping case. The collector will prepare the case for forwarding.27. The athlete, processing collector, monitor and witness (if present) will sign affidavits on the Custody and Control Form (paperor paperless) affirming all procedures were followed as described in the protocol. Any deviation from the procedures must bedescribed and recorded. If deviations are alleged, the athlete will be required to provide another specimen.28. After the collection has been completed, the specimens will be forwarded to the laboratory and copies of any forms forwarded to the designated persons.29. The specimens become the property of the client.30. If the athlete does not comply with the collection process, the collector will notify the client representative/site coordinator and third party administrator responsible for management of the drug-testing program.24. IHSA PUBLIC INFORMATION POLICIESThe Board of Directors maintains the following policies to insure that the public and the principals of member schools have access to information concerning the activities and workings of the Association:1. Dissemination of Committee Recommendations Prior to Board Action: The Board of Directors has instructed the administrative staff to provide a summary of recommendations made by the various IHSA Advisory Committees to the principals of all member schools for review prior to their being considered or acted upon by the Board. These recommendations will be posted on the IHSA web site (www.ihsa.org) three times each year (generally in October, January and April). Principals are encouraged to communicate their opinions in writing concerning the various committee recommendations to the Board member elected from their Division or to the IHSA Office.2. Press Release Following the Board of Directors Meetings: The Board of Directors has instructed the administrative staff to make available a press release concerning the proceedings of Board of Directors meetings on the IHSA web site (www.ihsa.org) for access by the news media and member schools. Following each Board meeting, decisions by the Board of Directors which are to be communicated to the public will be announced simultaneously to the member schools, any other parties involved and the news media on the IHSA web site. As a general rule, Board decisions are released the same day as the Board meeting.25. CODE OF CONDUCTIt is recommended by the IHSA Board of Directors that, in the context of IHSA By-law 2.040, every member school establish and maintain a local Code of Conduct, dealing with the problem of the use of tobacco products, alcohol and other illegal, mood-altering and/or performance enhancing drugs or chemicals by students who participate in school athletic and activity programs.The IHSA also endorses the statement regarding steroid use, contained in all National Federation of State High School Association sports playing rules publications. This statement points out, in part, that “while steroid use is not rivaling the use of alcohol and other drugs in schools, it is a concern. The use of steroids in sports is cheating. We stand opposed to the use of steroids by athletes and all members of the student body because of health and ethical concerns.”