Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely identify, catch and control an individual greyhound, after a race or trial, and report incidents and observations.
The unit applies to individuals who are authorised to perform the duties of a greyhound catcher, at a trial or race.
NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Refer to your state or territory Controlling Body or Principal Racing Authority for current licence or registration requirements.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare to catch greyhounds | 1.1 Follow rules of racing, and protocols and procedures that are related to greyhound welfare and catching pen operations 1.2 Select and use personal protective equipment according to requirements and follow pre-race catching preparations 1.3 Identify hazards in catching area and use strategies to minimise risk of injury, according to WHS and animal welfare policies 1.4 Watch race from catchers' designated area and identify welfare issues that may affect individual greyhounds |
2. Conduct post-race greyhound activity | 2.1 Collect specified greyhound and ethically restrain, following catching pen supervisor or steward instructions 2.2 Inspect greyhound for injury, cramp or fatigue 2.3 Report race incidents or observations to greyhound's trainer or handler |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Oral Communication | Discuss issues with others in clear language, using industry terminology |
Navigate the world of work | Understand the nature and purpose of own role and associated responsibilities, and recognise and follow explicit organisational policies and procedures |
Sectors
Performance services greyhounds (PSG)