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Supervise preparation of track and facilities for race meetings

Supervise preparation of track and facilities for race meetings

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRTRK401
State Code
OAA57
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
092199 - Sport And Recreation, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
08/02/2019
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to supervise the preparation of race track and facilities, monitor track conditions and operations during the race meeting, and oversee the post-race clean-up and maintenance work. The unit applies to individuals who are required to supervise the preparation of the racetrack and associated facilities for race meetings in the greyhound, harness or thoroughbred codes of racing.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for race meetings
  • 1.1 Clarify race meeting schedule for relevant racing code with race club personnel
  • 1.2 Prepare pre-planning maintenance and race day work rosters with monthly, weekly and daily objectives
  • 1.3 Implement track and facilities maintenance program. including organising resources and contractors according to allocated budget
  • 1.4 Monitor weather for potential impact on preparation for race meetings
2. Prepare track for race meetings
  • 2.1 Prepare and condition track surface for racing, considering drainage and irrigation needs, using equipment appropriate for surface type
  • 2.2 Monitor track lighting prior to night meetings to ensure operability, minimise shadows and meet requirements for TV coverage or recording
  • 2.3 Ensure ancillary infrastructure relevant to code is in safe working condition according to race club and racing authority standards
  • 2.4 Use, store and secure chemicals safely according to material safety data sheets (MSDS) and workplace health and safety requirements
3. Prepare track facilities
  • 3.1 Ensure facilities including swabbing area, steward or camera towers, judge's box and racing participant rooms are functional, clean and meet racing authority standards
  • 3.2 Ensure kennels or stables are cleaned, and area is secured according to race club and stewards' requirements
  • 3.3 Check fencing and signage on areas with restricted access to the public
4. Prepare for race day
  • 4.1 Clarify race day requirements with race club personnel and stewards
  • 4.2 Verify race distances and track selection
  • 4.3 Check the operation and condition of starting boxes, barriers, rails or mobile start vehicles depending on code and position according to race plan
  • 4.4 Place equipment for incidents and emergencies strategically for immediate action when required
  • 4.5 Verify track condition in consultation with stewards prior to start and during race meeting, and make adjustments according to racetrack practices
  • 4.6 Check repairs to track surface between races according to track condition
5. Oversee post-race meeting clean-up and pull down
  • 5.1 Check track surface and arrange repairs and schedule maintenance operations
  • 5.2 Ensure kennels or stables and other facilities are cleaned, repaired and secured according to race club practices
  • 5.3 Check inventory for return of all race club equipment
  • 5.4 Report damage to equipment or infrastructure and initiate repairs following workplace procedures
  • 5.5 Check area for safety and remove all items, equipment or contractor supplies before site is declared open for regular access
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State Code National Code Title Type
S6897 RGRTRK401A Prepare track and facilities for race meetings Unit of competency