This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to drive horses for pacework and fast work using a range of standardbred horses in training.

The unit applies to individuals, with experience in drive jog work, who use specialised technical harness driving skills and knowledge in 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
Confirm and clarify exercise instructions with trainer
Assess and control risks associated with trackwork activity
Warm up and cool down horses according to trainer instruction and individual horse exercise requirements
Handle horses safely and ethically, and monitor horse welfare during and after exercise
Select and fit gear and personal protective equipment (PPE) for pacework
Achieve and maintain pacework speed for exercise period according to trainer instruction and safe work practices
Measure speed and distance using industry-recognised methods
Select and fit gear and PPE for fast work
Drive safely to achieve and maintain fast work speed for exercise period
Develop racing skills of horses according to trainer instruction
Carry out post-exercise care of horses and gear according to stable procedures
Report horse response to trackwork to trainer
Confirm and clarify exercise instructions with trainer
Assess and control risks associated with trackwork activity
Warm up and cool down horses according to trainer instruction and individual horse exercise requirements
Handle horses safely and ethically, and monitor horse welfare during and after exercise

Assessment Cover Sheet

RGRPSH402 - Drive horses in pacework and fast work

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RGRPSH402 - Drive horses in pacework and fast work

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