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Perform duties of timekeeper at greyhound or horse race meetings

Perform duties of timekeeper at greyhound or horse race meetings

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRROP315
State Code
OAA90
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
08/02/2019
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for race day operation of timing devices, computers and other technology; liaise with stewards and other racing officials; and work to deadlines and report on race outcomes.The unit applies to individuals who are required to perform timekeeping procedures at greyhound or horse race meetings as part of their job role in workplace environments of racing administration, stables, kennels, racecourses and public areas.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for race meeting
  • 1.1 Confirm race program and race start times with race organisers
  • 1.2 Verify operation of timing devices
  • 1.3 Establish contingency plans in case of timing equipment malfunction
  • 1.4 Confirm a clear line of sight to start and finish lines of race
2. Measure race time
  • 2.1 Ensure timekeeper is in position when field is under control of the starter
  • 2.2 Trigger the timing device at race start and verified operation
  • 2.3 Confirm timing device cut-off as first runner passes the winning post
3. Record race time
  • 3.1 Measure race time accurately according to organisational and racing procedures
  • 3.2 Verify race time according to verification procedures
  • 3.3 Announce and record race time according to race procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6873 RGRROP315A Perform duties of timekeeper at greyhound or horse race meetings Unit of competency