Unit Of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version released with RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package Version 2.0. |
Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare new or inexperienced drivers for the specific requirements of controlling horses in trackwork using well-educated standardbred horses, at beginner driver speed, not trackwork speed.
The unit applies to individuals who perform routine tasks under supervision within the harness racing industry.
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.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit. Users are advised to check with the relevant Principal Racing Authority (PRA) for current requirements.
Pre-requisite Unit
The prerequisite unit of competency for this unit is:
- RGRPSH203 Perform basic driving tasks.
Note the following chain of prerequisites that also apply to this unit.
Unit of competency |
Prerequisite requirement |
RGRPSH203 Perform basic driving tasks |
RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork |
Unit Sector
Performance services horse (PSH)
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements |
Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Identify trackwork requirements |
1.1 Recognise and use industry terminology relating to exercising standardbred horses 1.2 Measure trackwork speeds and distances 1.3 Verify trackwork instructions 1.4 Clarify reasons for any subsequent modifications to instructions with supervisor 1.5 Check gear and equipment, including personal protective equipment according workplace policies and procedures |
2. Complete warm-up and cool-down procedures |
2.1 Complete pre-drive safety checks according to workplace practices 2.2 Carry out warm-up and cool-down exercises in line with safe practices and according to workplace procedures 2.3 Carry out post-exercise activities for horse and gear according to workplace procedures |
3. Control horses before, during and after exercise |
3.1 Mount sulky safely 3.2 Exercise horses as instructed by supervisor 3.3 Recognise gaits of the horse on and off the horse 3.4 Dismount sulky safely 3.5 Use safe horse handling techniques under supervision, for nervous or excited horses |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill |
Description |
Reading |
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Oral communication |
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Navigate the world of work |
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Interact with others |
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Get the work done |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
RGRPSH204 Prepare to drive jog work |
RGRPSH204A Prepare to drive jog work |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Minor changes to performance criteria for clarity. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5c4b8489-f7e1-463b-81c8-6ecce6c192a0