Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the performance criteria is detailed below.

The range statement provides details of how this competency can be used in the workplaces of the racing industry to perform the duties of clerk of scales for jockeys at thoroughbred race meetings. Workplaces include thoroughbred racecourses, training tracks, administration buildings and public areas.
Weight allowed for each jockey may include:
handicap weight allocated by handicapper in relation to:
jockey classification, such as senior jockey or apprentice jockey
class of race, for example:
set weight
set weight penalties
weight-for-age
gear included, for example:
breastplates
rings
gear excluded, for example:
blinkers
pacifiers
saddlecloths
skull caps
whips
lead and lead bags
weight in relation to body protectors
minimum weight.
Weight allowances for apprentice jockeys may include:
allowance for group and listed races
checking race books to ensure all information is correct, including apprentice claims
location of race, for example:
country regions
metropolitan
provincial
number of winners ridden in each region
kilogram allowance in each region in relation to numbers of winners ridden
keeping records, for example winning rides book
weight claim at start and end of the day's racing.
Factors when jockeys are weighedout may include:
correct gear is included and scrutinised
jockeys are wearing correct clothing
jockeys are weighed approximately 30 minutes before race.
Approved gear may include:
breastplates
girths
girth covers
pacifiers
rings
saddles
stirrup leathers
surcingles.
Stewards are advised :
courteously and efficiently
maintaining confidentiality and discretion
promptly
using correct forms of greeting
via verbal and/or written communication, including:
describing actions
giving and receiving clear, accurate and simple messages
listening to and interpreting information and instructions
written reports may include simple documents and notes.
Jockeys weighed-in are:
first five jockeys in order of race result.
Allowed variations at weigh-in and weigh-out may include:
allowance for bridle
declaring overweight at weigh-out
overweight due to accumulated mud or moisture
penalties at weigh-in for flat races and hurdles
underweight due to heavy sweating of jockey.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions that are to apply performing the duties of clerk of scales for jockeys at thoroughbred race meetings
implementation of procedures and timely techniques for the safe, effective and efficient application of clerk of scales duties
working with others to undertake and complete procedures that meet required outcomes.
Evidence should be collected over a period of time in a range of workplace-relevant contexts and include dealings with an appropriate range of situations.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency must be assessed in a racing workplace that provides access to the required resources. Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints. It is to comply with relevant regulatory requirements or Australian Standards requirements.
Assessment of the practical components of this unit will be by observation of relevant skills.
The following resources must be available:
materials and equipment relevant to assessing candidate's ability to perform clerk of scales duties
safe handling areas such as racetracks, including race meetings and trials
work instructions and related documentation.
Method of assessment
Assessment methods must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Racing Training Package.
The suggested strategies for the assessment of this unit are:
written and/or oral assessment of candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and firsthand testimonial evidence of candidate's application of practical tasks.
Evidence is required to be demonstrated over a period of time, therefore where performance is not directly observed any evidence should be authenticated by supervisors or other appropriate persons.
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy and numeracy demands) and the needs of particular target groups (e.g. people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people with a language background other than English, youth and people from low socioeconomic backgrounds).