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RGRROP309 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Perform duties of catching pen supervisor

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency RGRROP309 - Perform duties of catching pen supervisor
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to supervise and assist in the catching of greyhounds after a race or trial, including post-race identification of greyhounds.The unit applies to licensed personnel and others in the greyhound racing industry who may be required to supervise catching pen operations as part of their job function in work environments of racing kennels, racecourses and public areas.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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
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PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for race meeting
  • Confirm race fields and distances with race organisers
  • Test catching pen operation prior to commencement of race meeting
  • Ensure props used to attract greyhounds are available near catching area
  • Explain rules of racing, protocols and procedures for catching pen operation to racing participants and catching pen staff to ensure compliance with requirements
  • Identify potential hazards in catching area and apply strategies to minimise risk of injury
       
Element: Operate catching pen
  • Identify last lap of race and determine a safe time to enter catching area
  • Lure greyhounds into catching area using techniques that are safe for participants and greyhounds
  • Secure catching area according to procedures
       
Element: Supervise greyhound catchers
  • Supervise catchers during catching of greyhounds
  • Verify identification of greyhounds before greyhounds leave catching area
  • Prepare catching pen gate for next race once greyhounds have been secured
  • Report incidents to stewards according to racing procedures
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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 race fields and distances with race organisers 
Test catching pen operation prior to commencement of race meeting 
Ensure props used to attract greyhounds are available near catching area 
Explain rules of racing, protocols and procedures for catching pen operation to racing participants and catching pen staff to ensure compliance with requirements 
Identify potential hazards in catching area and apply strategies to minimise risk of injury 
Identify last lap of race and determine a safe time to enter catching area 
Lure greyhounds into catching area using techniques that are safe for participants and greyhounds 
Secure catching area according to procedures 
Supervise catchers during catching of greyhounds 
Verify identification of greyhounds before greyhounds leave catching area 
Prepare catching pen gate for next race once greyhounds have been secured 
Report incidents to stewards according to racing procedures 

Forms

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