## SECTION XVIII - TOURNAMENT STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE 

## STANDARDS 

Only WTA-approved sports bars may be supplied to players in the player treatment area; however, players should not be permitted to eat any food in the treatment area. 

Additionally, it is recommended that a large mirror be available in the training room. 

*At the WTA Finals, it is required that one (1) padded, adjustable (hydraulic or electric) treatment table per PHCP is provided at both the official hotel and on-site. 

iv. Massage Therapy Area 

Each Massage Therapist also will require: 

(a) A separate supply of towels (minimum of thirty (30) per day); and 

(b) A minimum of thirty (30) sheets per day. 

Easy access to proper hand washing and toilet facilities is requested. Also requested are: i) a desk or lockable cupboard; ii) waste bins; iii) chairs for players; and iv) one (1) rolling stool per Massage Therapist. 

For all Tournaments, the WTA will provide WTA-approved Massage Therapy lotion to be used by the Massage Therapist(s) in order to be compliant with the Tennis Anti-Doping Program. 

v. Sanitation Requirements 

Dispensed, liquid soap and paper towels are needed in the training room for proper hand washing. It is recommended that Tournaments provide metal waste bins with lids and be pedal-controlled in order to reduce the handling of infected waste. The locker room and training room must be cleaned regularly, including the floors. 

vi. Communication Needs 

The Tournament shall provide: 

(a) A walkie-talkie with adequate reception for each PHCP and for the Tournament Physician. A separate channel is required for the collective use of the Supervisor, officiating staff and PHCP to ensure direct and private communication for on-court matters among them. 

