Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement daily stable operations, and follow rules and regulations for racing.
The unit applies to individuals who have experience handling racehorses and who work under broad direction, using practical skills and specialised knowledge within a racing stable workplace in the harness or thoroughbred codes.
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.
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. Define job responsibilities of senior stable hands | 1.1 Identify the obligations and responsibilities of trainers in relation to the operation of a racing stable 1.2 Comply with specific job responsibilities according to the rules and regulations of racing and the obligations of racing employees |
2. Comply with stable policies | 2.1 Follow workplace policies and procedures for the correct use and security of medications 2.2 Comply with workplace health and safety requirements and emergency plans for stable 2.3 Follow procedures for reporting, managing and monitoring horses 2.4 Maintain workplace conditions to comply with rules of racing and workplace health and safety requirements |
3. Monitor daily operations in racing stable | 3.1 Verify the arrival of rostered staff and confirm duties for the day 3.2 Confirm and clarify amendments to normal routines with trainer 3.3 Verify completion of gear and equipment maintenance 3.4 Monitor supplies and prepare orders according to stable policies and procedures 3.5 Update and maintain stable records according to workplace procedures |
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 |
Reading | Interpret key information in written instructions and workplace procedures Locate key information in medication records, supply orders and other stable documents |
Writing | Complete stable records and reports accurately |
Numeracy | Calculate quantities for feed, supplies and medications Interpret and adjust staff rosters and feed ordering schedules |
Navigate the world of work | Take responsibility for adherence to procedures, including workplace health and safety and animal welfare requirements, relating to own role |
Interact with others | Follow accepted practices and protocols and make adjustments for reporting and communicating with a range of personnel |
Get the work done | Plan and organise multiple activities and actively monitor horses in own work area Make decisions and implement standard procedures for routine tasks; reporting or seeking advice on more complex and non-routine situations |
Sectors
Performance services horse (PSH)