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Supervise race meeting kennels

Supervise race meeting kennels

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRROP310
State Code
OAB21
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
Original Release Date
05/07/2018
Nominal Hours
30
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to supervise race meeting kennelling procedures before, during and after racing while adhering to the compliance requirements associated with the rules of racing and related protocols.The unit applies to individuals in the greyhound racing industry who may be required to supervise race meeting kennels as part of their job function.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit. Users are advised to check with the relevant controlling body or Principal Racing Authority (PRA) for current licence or registration requirements.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for kennelling
  • 1.1 Identify and apply rules of racing relevant to kennelling procedures
  • 1.2 Check kennels for cleanliness, repair and security
  • 1.3 Secure kennels and verify the operation of security devices prior to commencement of kennelling
  • 1.4 Allocate duties to kennel staff according to workplace requirements
  • 1.5 Identify and manage hazards and risks in the kennelling area
2. Oversee kennelling procedures for greyhounds
  • 2.1 Explain the purpose and requirements for kennelling procedures and the compliance requirements to kennel attendants
  • 2.2 Verify identification, weight and health of greyhounds prior to allocation of kennel
  • 2.3 Allocate kennels for each race using racing protocols and procedures
  • 2.4 Observe procedures for escorting and securing greyhound in allocated kennel
  • 2.5 Supervise greyhound attendants during visits to kennels
3. Oversee pre-race procedures
  • 3.1 Monitor procedures for marshalling greyhounds according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Monitor procedures for conduct of stir-up
  • 3.3 Monitor procedures for supervising greyhound empty-out
  • 3.4 Monitor procedures for escorting greyhounds to race start
  • 3.5 Rectify or report to supervisor non-compliance with kennelling procedures
  • 3.6 Report distressed or ill greyhounds to veterinarian and stewards
4. Oversee post-race procedures
  • 4.1 Monitor procedures for kennelling greyhounds for post-race swabbing
  • 4.2 Call veterinarian to inspect greyhounds that are injured, ill or nominated by stewards
  • 4.3 Relay reports on greyhounds' status to stewards in the required reporting format
  • 4.4 Monitor swabbing of greyhounds and report on procedural non-conformance
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6922 RGRROP310A Supervise race meeting kennels Unit of competency
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