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Perform duties of cadet steward

Perform duties of cadet steward

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRSTD301
State Code
OAA64
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/02/2019
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
08/02/2019
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to perform the duties of a cadet steward in race meeting and non-race meeting activities.The unit applies to stipendiary or cadet stewards or those who have been approved by a Principal Racing Authority (PRA) to attend meetings or trials and support senior stewards in non-race meeting duties. They perform duties as directed by the chairman of stipendiary stewards for the greyhound, harness and thoroughbred racing codes, and work in environments including racing administration, kennels or stables, racecourses and public areas. Greyhound, harness and thoroughbred racing are strictly regulated throughout Australia. All stewards are appointed under the rules of racing by the relevant PRA. Users are advised to check with the relevant PRA for requirements.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Support racing operations staff in administrative duties
  • 1.1 Organise and prepare office equipment used in racing operations
  • 1.2 Prepare race day documentation according to instructions
  • 1.3 Research roles in race day operations and define duties
  • 1.4 Perform a range of racing operations functions in order to assist or replace staff as a contingency measure
  • 1.5 Report problems and/or incidents to supervisor and/or chairman of stewards' panel
2. Assist in conduct of race meetings or trials
  • 2.1 Perform duties allocated in an effective and timely manner according to instructions and safe work practices
  • 2.2 Inspect gear used on racing animals for condition, fit, safety and authorised use
  • 2.3 Verify identification of animals at race meetings and trials
  • 2.4 Verify identification of licensed or registered persons at race meetings or trials
  • 2.5 Observe and report on animal performance for relevant racing code
3. Verify suitability of animals to race
  • 3.1 Identify features of healthy racing animals
  • 3.2 Identify symptoms of poor health, pain or distress in racing animals
  • 3.3 Refer animals to specialist for evaluation according to procedures
  • 3.4 Receive advice from specialist on animal fitness to start, and convey to chairman of stewards
4. Support senior stewards in non-race day activities
  • 4.1 Check safety and security of kennels or stables for compliance with racing requirements
  • 4.2 Check animals against kennel or stable returns
  • 4.3 Gather information on animal performance as requested by stewards
  • 4.4 Gather information on racing participants as requested by stewards
  • 4.5 Assist with the gathering of evidence for investigations, inquiries and appeals
  • 4.6 Update records according to procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6881 RGRSTD301A Perform duties of cadet steward Unit of competency