Unit of competency Outline
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Attend greyhounds during and after exercise routines
Attend greyhounds during and after exercise routines
Unit of competency
National Code
RGRPSG204
RGRPSG204
State Code
BBF34
BBF34
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/12/2018
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
06/12/2018
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare, handle and exercise greyhounds, of all ages, and conduct post-exercise care procedures.The unit applies to individuals who may be required to attend greyhounds during exercise routines. This may include kennel hands and trainers.NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Refer to your state or territory Controlling Body or Principal Racing Authority for current licence or registration requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare greyhounds for exercise
- 1.1 Identify greyhounds to be exercised
- 1.2 Identify greyhound social traits, behaviour and illnesses, prior to preparation for exercise
- 1.3 Prepare for greyhound exercise activities according to industry standards
- 1.4 Identify exercise hazards and personal protective equipment requirements and apply risk control measures in accordance with WHS
2. Exercise greyhounds
- 2.1 Lead and control greyhounds, before undertaking exercise activities
- 2.2 Interact positively with the greyhound whenever it is handled
- 2.3 Implement a process of desensitisation and habituation in relation to the greyhound being fitted with exercise gear
- 2.4 Conduct exercise activity with greyhounds, of various ages, according to the goals of the activity
3. Perform post-exercise procedures
- 3.1 Effectively cool down the greyhound post-exercise and supply water to drink to prevent heat stress or dehydration
- 3.2 Implement post-exercise assessment of greyhound for injuries, distress, health and fitness
- 3.3 Report signs of greyhound illness, injury or distress to supervisor and refer to veterinarian if required
- 3.4 Report any irregularities with greyhound exercise gear to supervisor according to workplace policy and safety requirements
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6902 | RGRPSG204A | Attend greyhounds during exercise routines | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDQ4 | RGR20117 | Certificate II in Racing (Greyhound) | Qualification |