Presentation

The Federal Bureau (FB) is supported by commissions, whose roles, responsibilities, and operating conditions it defines.

These commissions are responsible for assisting the FB in the functioning of the FTSE and in achieving its objectives.

The commissions are formed by the FB at the beginning of each new sports season.

Role of the Commissions

- At the request of the FB, they study or propose the necessary sports, technical, legal, and functional measures required for the organization and control of equestrian disciplines practiced within the FTSE, as authorized by the overseeing Minister.

- They work in collaboration with the National Technical Direction (NTD) in its mission to develop the concerned discipline and in drafting a sports policy in accordance with the aforementioned ministerial delegation.

- In coordination with the NTD, they propose to the FB sports calendars and regulations in preparation for the Olympic, Regional, World Games, and other encountered constraints.

Composition of the Commissions

- The FB can create special commissions whose mission is to assist in specific or one-time actions. It defines their responsibilities both in terms of nature and duration.

- Commission presidents, appointed by the FB, propose a composition after consulting with the President of the Federation (PF). The latter appoints an administrative or technical collaborator to assist each commission president, and the duration of commission appointments is renewable annually.

- Each federal commission consists of a minimum of three and a maximum of ten members, with at least two-thirds of the members required to be external to the FB.

- The commission president must be a federal member.

- In the president's absence, the work is directed by the longest-serving member present.

- Upon the recommendation of commission presidents and following a call for applications, the FB appoints the members of the federal commission.

Functioning of the Commissions

- The calendars and agendas are set by the commission presidents.

- The commissions meet as often as necessary and at least once a month, upon convocation by the commission president. The Federation's Permanent Secretary General (SG) ensures the follow-up and coordination of their functioning.

- Meeting minutes, signed by the commission president and the session secretary, are sent to the Federation SG for review at the next FB meeting.

The FB implements the necessary means for the execution of decisions after approval.

- Federal commission meetings must be held at the FTSE headquarters.

- The minutes of commission meetings are recorded in a numbered log specific to each commission and kept at the FTSE headquarters. They must be signed by all members present and forwarded to the FB within a week.

- Federal commissions keep their archives at the FTSE headquarters.

- Decisions of federal commissions, except the disciplinary commission, can only be made in the presence of at least two-thirds (2/3) of the members and are taken by a majority vote of the members present. In the event of a tie, the president’s vote is decisive.

- A commission member who is absent without valid reason for more than three consecutive times during the same sports season automatically loses their membership status.

Types of Commissions

The Legal and Disciplinary Commission

- The Legal and Disciplinary Commission (LDC) has advisory authority on any matter.

- It can be called upon by the FB or one of its members as well as by the Technical Commissions.

- It also has the authority to resolve all conflicts that may arise within the FTSE concerning statutory, regulatory, or disciplinary matters.

- It is responsible for the creation and organization of the various legal bodies tasked with ruling on these matters.

- It has the power to initiate action by bringing matters to the attention of disciplinary legal bodies regarding any issues that may lead to sanctions.

- It can refer cases to sports legal bodies, in the interest of the FTSE, concerning any issues involving the application or interpretation of regulations.

- It drafts procedural regulations applicable to the introduction and handling of cases brought before sports or disciplinary legal bodies.

Technical Commissions Specific to Each Sport Discipline

- Establish the general calendar and draft sports regulations related to each national, international, or regional equestrian competition.

- Ensure the initiation and smooth running of official national competitions.

- Inventory the number of equestrian Coaches and Trainers.

- Prepare the annual technical activity report of the commission.

- Validate and centralize the official and friendly competition results.

- Establish the annual ranking table.

The Communication and Sponsorship Commission

- Promote the Federation, its structure, missions, and operations, and disseminate information regarding equestrian activities to members, the general public, and abroad (Website, events, advertising, bulletin, etc.).

- Enhance communication with the press and media to promote equestrian activities in Tunisia.

The Medical Commission

- Ensure the medical monitoring of national team riders.

- Promote physical and equestrian activities to the medical and school communities.

- Ensure prevention.

- Analyze accident statistics.

- Train equestrian first-aiders.

The Veterinary Commission

- It is responsible for ensuring compliance with the regulations that outline the obligations of license holders regarding their mounts, in terms of their welfare, compliance with national and international health regulations, and the prevention and control of doping.

- The veterinary commission is responsible for veterinary health education among sports associations affiliated with the FTSE, particularly their riders and licensed or treating veterinarians affiliated with the Federation.

- The veterinary commission is also tasked with promoting and maintaining the status of veterinarians within the FEI.

The Anti-Doping Disciplinary Commission

- The Federation's disciplinary authority over its members in the fight against doping is exercised by the Anti-Doping Disciplinary Commission (ADC).

- This commission is responsible for reviewing and applying sanctions at both first instance and appeal levels in this domain.

- Among its members must be a veterinarian and a physician.

The Rewards Commission

- It is composed of the PF and all honorary members.

- It decides on the awarding of federal distinctions to riders, officials, and anyone who has contributed to the benefit of equestrian sports and its associated disciplines.

The rewards commission considers regional awards when deciding on the awarding of the federal recognition diploma.

These awards include:

- Recognition Diploma;

- Bronze Medal;

- Silver Medal;

- Gold Medal.