The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) on Tuesday has issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for training of the campers.

The SOPs came after the sports ministry’s go ahead for resumption of training in its complexes and stadiums.

No handshakes or hugging, no spitting and no visits to salons are among the strict guidelines issued by the AFI to fight the Covid-19 pandemic.

The athletes also have to train under strict physical distancing guidelines.

According to the SOPs, the athletes are prohibited from training if they have flu-like symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, difficulty in breathing, fatigue, or if they have been in close contact with someone who showed such symptoms.

“Do not shake hands or hug other athletes, coaching staff members, do not sneeze or cough without covering your mouth or nose. Do not spit on the ground,” said the document.

In case of any such symptoms, the athlete concerned should report immediately to the chief/ deputy chief coach or the high performance director.

The athletes will not be allowed to leave the camps except in cases which can only be sanctioned by the AFI president.