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Perform duties of greyhound race starter

Perform duties of greyhound race starter

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRROP311
State Code
OAA70
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
15
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely and efficiently prepare for race starts, working with other race meeting staff to start and close races and report to stewards and race club personnel.The unit applies to individuals in the greyhound racing industry who may be required to act as starters for greyhound race meetings as part of their job function in work environments of racing kennels, racecourses and public areas.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Users are advised to check with the relevant controlling body or Principal Racing Authority (PRA) for current requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for race starts
  • 1.1 Confirm race fields and distances with race organisers
  • 1.2 Consider possible problems with particular greyhounds during race starts
  • 1.3 Confirm correct operation of start boxes and other equipment prior to commencement of race meeting with operational staff
  • 1.4 Arrange contingency plans in case of malfunction of start equipment
  • 1.5 Review procedures to ensure they comply with the rules of racing and racing and regulatory safety protocols associated with the start of a race
2. Start greyhound race
  • 2.1 Confirm race start time with stewards
  • 2.2 Verify box positions and direct handlers to load greyhounds within time and safety constraints
  • 2.3 Manage incidents to minimise risk of injury to staff and greyhounds, and report to stewards and/or veterinarian
  • 2.4 Declare non-starters after conferring with stewards
  • 2.5 Confirm permission to start race with stewards according to the rules of racing
  • 2.6 Initiate race start once final greyhound is boxed
3. Complete post-race duties
  • 3.1 Provide loading and start reports to stewards
  • 3.2 Take notes and update personal records for problems with starters
  • 3.3 Check boxes and other start equipment for damage and/or maintenance requirements prior to shutting down
  • 3.4 Report repairs and maintenance requirements to race club according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6923 RGRROP311A Perform duties of greyhound race starter Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDT6 RGR30418 Certificate III in Racing Services Qualification
BER5 RGR30419 Certificate III in Racing Services Qualification