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Transport greyhounds

Transport greyhounds

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRPSG202
State Code
BBF31
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2017
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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 load and unload greyhounds in vehicles and ensure their safety and welfare during transport.The unit applies to individuals who prepare greyhounds for transportation, carry out that transportation and unload greyhounds at the destination.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 for and load greyhounds
  • 1.1 Plan travel requirements according to requirements and industry codes of practice and animal welfare policies
  • 1.2 Check weather and traffic conditions relevant to planned journey
  • 1.3 Conduct vehicle and trailer safety check
  • 1.4 Check ventilation and cooler operation of dog vehicles
  • 1.5 Organise and check required equipment for transporting greyhounds including personal protective equipment
  • 1.6 Inspect greyhounds and report illness or injury to supervisor
  • 1.7 Apply bedding and dog clothing appropriate for weather conditions
  • 1.8 Safely load greyhounds
2. Monitor greyhounds during transportation
  • 2.1 Monitor greyhounds for comfort and safety while travelling
  • 2.2 Provide rest and relief stops according to racing industry standards
  • 2.3 Identify, and appropriately manage, effects of travel on the behaviour and condition of greyhounds
3. Conduct post-transport procedures
  • 3.1 Safely unload greyhounds
  • 3.2 Inspect greyhounds and report illness or injury to the supervisor
  • 3.3 Care for greyhounds according to supervisor's instructions and safe work practices and animal welfare codes of practice
  • 3.4 Check bedding and gear and report any damage to supervisor
  • 3.5 Check and clean vehicle and trailer and report any defects to supervisor
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6900 RGRPSG202A Transport greyhounds Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
CDQ4 RGR20117 Certificate II in Racing (Greyhound) Qualification
BDO0 RGR30117 Certificate III in Racing (Greyhound) Qualification