Assessor Resource
RGRPSH209A
Attend horses at race meetings and trials
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: June 2024
This unit of competency supports stablehands, strappers, trainers and others authorised to strap horses for race meetings and trials.
Competencies attained in this unit apply to the harness and thoroughbred codes of the industry. Consequently when performance criteria are applied they will relate to the harness or thoroughbred code and statements of attainment will reflect this distinction.
This unit can be contextualised for other industries while also maintaining the integrity of the unit.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to prepare horses for race meetings and trials, attend race meetings and perform post-race meeting duties.
To undertake this unit the candidate will be able to apply safe horse handling skills and workplace OHS standards. It is recommended that RGRPSH201A Handle horses be delivered in conjunction with or before this unit of competency.
This unit of competency operates in workplace environments of racing stables, paddocks, yards, racecourses and public areas.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Check with your State Principal Racing Authority for current license or registration requirements.
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