This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to investigate requirements to take part in racing as an owner, determine desired level of participation and uphold the welfare of racing animals.

The unit applies to those wishing to own, lease or join a syndicate to race greyhounds or horses in the greyhound, harness or thoroughbred codes of the 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.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Clarify structure of the racing industry and significance of rules of racing
Identify rights and responsibilities of racing participants and officials
Identify obligations of racing participants to animal welfare and work health and safety
Comply with race meeting procedures and protocols
Investigate racing authority requirements for participation as an owner
Evaluate options for racing greyhounds or horses
Clarify with trainer arrangements for training greyhounds or horses
Review options for resolving disputes with trainer or other owners
Discuss plans for racing animals with trainer
Evaluate options for animals to be withdrawn from racing
Make decisions on the future of racing animals with due consideration to animal welfare

Assessment Cover Sheet

RGRPSH311 - Participate in racing as an owner

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