Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

RGRPSH211 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Work effectively in the horse racing industry

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RGRPSH211 - Work effectively in the horse racing industry
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to complete daily activities, communicate with others and maintain workplace records. It includes knowledge of animal welfare and safety requirements when interacting with horses.The unit applies to individuals who perform routine tasks under supervision within the harness and 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.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Organise and complete daily work activities
  • Clarify and confirm own role and responsibilities with supervisor
  • Identify, prioritise and complete work tasks within designated timeframes
  • Identify and report factors affecting the achievement of task instructions promptly with supervisor
  • Operate equipment as required to complete work tasks within designated timeframes
  • Perform daily routines according to workplace procedures, and work health and safety and environmental requirements
       
Element: Work ethically with horses
  • Identify horses and handle ethically according to relevant animal welfare regulations and rules of racing
  • Ensure interactions with horses are performed in a manner that optimises horse health and welfare
       
Element: Communicate effectively with team members
  • Respond to workplace directions in a timely manner
  • Communicate with team members in a professional and courteous manner
  • Use questioning and active listening techniques to determine team member requirements
       
Element: Maintain workplace records
  • Gather workplace data as instructed
  • Complete records accurately according to workplace practices
       

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

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 and confirm own role and responsibilities with supervisor 
Identify, prioritise and complete work tasks within designated timeframes 
Identify and report factors affecting the achievement of task instructions promptly with supervisor 
Operate equipment as required to complete work tasks within designated timeframes 
Perform daily routines according to workplace procedures, and work health and safety and environmental requirements 
Identify horses and handle ethically according to relevant animal welfare regulations and rules of racing 
Ensure interactions with horses are performed in a manner that optimises horse health and welfare 
Respond to workplace directions in a timely manner 
Communicate with team members in a professional and courteous manner 
Use questioning and active listening techniques to determine team member requirements 
Gather workplace data as instructed 
Complete records accurately according to workplace practices 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

RGRPSH211 - Work effectively in the horse racing industry
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Assessment Record Sheet

RGRPSH211 - Work effectively in the horse racing industry

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