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Unit of competency details

RGRROP409 - Perform duties of greyhound grader (Release 1)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Current
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Supersedes and is equivalent to RGRROP409A - Perform duties of greyhound graderUpdated to meet Standards for Training Packages. 04/Jul/2018

Release Status:
Current
Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
1 1 (this release) 05/Jul/2018

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SchemeCodeClassification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 050105 Animal Husbandry  

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier 050105 Animal Husbandry  05/Jul/2018 
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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 use grading policies and procedures to grade greyhounds for eligibility to compete in races.

The unit applies to individuals who are required to apply the grading policy to the classification of racing greyhounds for a racing governing body as part of their job role.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Pre-requisite Unit

Nil

Unit Sector

Racing performance (ROP)

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. Interpret race performance

1.1 Analyse performance of greyhounds in line with grading policies and procedures

1.2 Examine and interpret race result reports and communicate findings to appropriate personnel in a manner that complies with workplace practices

2. Rank race performance

2.1 Apply race class structure to compare performances

2.2 Consider experience and/or age of runner and incidents within the race when evaluating performance.

2.3 Consider box draw, distance of race and track type

2.4 Relate weather conditions to race performance

3. Compile and maintain grading records

3.1 Rank race fields using approved grading system of racing controlling body or authority

3.2 Prepare and maintain currency of records of performance according to organisational procedures

3.3 Maintain computer-based and hard copy records according to organisational procedures

3.4 Ensure integrity and ethical principles are applied to grading protocols and procedures and other duties

3.5 Maintain confidentiality of decisions according to organisational protocols

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
  • Interpret and analyse greyhound race performance information and other racing documentation for application to grading process

Writing
  • Maintain grading records and documentation electronically and in print using accurate and appropriate racing industry terminology

Numeracy
  • Perform mathematical calculations to interpret and analyse embedded numerical data for grading process

Oral communication
  • Use collaborative techniques, including active listening and questioning to convey and clarify information

Navigate the world of work
  • Take full responsibility for following policies, procedures and legislative requirements

Get the work done
  • Use the main features and functions of digital tools to complete work tasks and access information on greyhound performance and grading
  • Apply systematic and analytical decision-making processes for complex and non-routine situations

Unit Mapping Information

Code and title current version 

Code and title previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

RGRROP409 Perform duties of greyhound grader

RGRROP409A Perform duties of greyhound grader

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages.

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

 

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version released with RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package Version 2.0.

Performance Evidence

An individual demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy all of the elements and performance criteria of this unit. There must be evidence that, on at least three occasions, the individual has:

  • interpreted race results and greyhound performances
  • implemented grading procedures to determine greyhound ranks, considering a range of variables
  • maintained accurate records according to racing procedures and confidentiality requirements
  • complied with requirements, procedures and instructions when grading greyhounds for races.

Knowledge Evidence

An individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge required to perform the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes knowledge of:

  • grading systems, classifications, distances and industry terminology related to greyhound races
  • organisational policies and procedures related to greyhound grading, including communication and reporting protocols
  • ethical conduct standards of relevant controlling body or Principal Racing Authority, including principles of confidentiality
  • systems and documentation used in grading greyhounds
  • factors that affect greyhound performance.

Assessment Conditions

Assessment of skills must take place under the following conditions:

  • physical conditions:
  • industry-supervised access to racing administration offices and racetracks
  • resources, equipment and materials:
  • materials, equipment and systems relevant to assessing individual's ability to complete greyhound grading procedures
  • specifications:
  • work instructions and related documentation.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5c4b8489-f7e1-463b-81c8-6ecce6c192a0

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