Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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23/07/2026 7:33 AM AWST
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Perform non-race day duties of steward
Perform non-race day duties of steward
Unit of competency
National Code
RGRSTD402
RGRSTD402
State Code
OAA99
OAA99
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/02/2019
Field of Education
110101 - Hospitality
Original Release Date
08/02/2019
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to oversee and monitor trackwork and training operations. It includes managing the job functions associated with checking the equipment used in trackwork, the eligibility of participants, including greyhounds or horses, and conducting kennel or stable inspections.The unit applies to a stipendiary or cadet steward or those who have been approved by a Principal Racing Authority (PRA) to manage the job functions associated with non-race day duties in workplace environments of racing administration, kennels, 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.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with applicable state/territory animal welfare and workplace health and safety legislative requirements.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Oversee training operations
- 1.1 Monitor trackwork and training operations, ensuring track equipment and surface are safe
- 1.2 Monitor welfare of staff working in training operations
- 1.3 Verify animal welfare according to rules of racing and regulatory requirements
- 1.4 Review swab sample results and investigate irregularities
- 1.5 Evaluate site security and safety according to workplace policies and procedures
2. Carry out kennel or stable inspections
- 2.1 Verify cleanliness and hygiene of kennel or stable according to workplace health and safety, animal welfare and environmental regulatory requirements
- 2.2 Verify health and wellbeing of staff working in kennels or stables
- 2.3 Check medications, treatments and feed stuffs for presence of prohibited substances
- 2.4 Verify compliance of medication register with rules of racing and security
- 2.5 Complete and lodge kennel or stable inspection reports according to PRA procedures
- 2.6 Confirm kennel or stable security procedures are adhered to
3. Regulate and control conduct of industry participants
- 3.1 Review and confirm lease agreements with relevant stakeholders
- 3.2 Explain responsibilities and obligations to licensed and registered persons, owners, agents and others
- 3.3 Review applications for licence or registration according to PRA guidelines
- 3.4 Provide assistance to drivers, riders or others after critical incidents
- 3.5 Seek assistance for personal recovery or debrief after critical incident
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6885 | RGRSTD402A | Perform stewards'' non-race day duties | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDS5 | RGR40518 | Certificate IV in Racing Integrity | Qualification |