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.
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 for race meeting | 1.1 Confirm race fields and distances with race organisers 1.2 Test catching pen operation prior to commencement of race meeting 1.3 Ensure props used to attract greyhounds are available near catching area 1.4 Explain rules of racing, protocols and procedures for catching pen operation to racing participants and catching pen staff to ensure compliance with requirements 1.5 Identify potential hazards in catching area and apply strategies to minimise risk of injury |
2. Operate catching pen | 2.1 Identify last lap of race and determine a safe time to enter catching area 2.2 Lure greyhounds into catching area using techniques that are safe for participants and greyhounds 2.3 Secure catching area according to procedures |
3. Supervise greyhound catchers | 3.1 Supervise catchers during catching of greyhounds 3.2 Verify identification of greyhounds before greyhounds leave catching area 3.3 Prepare catching pen gate for next race once greyhounds have been secured 3.4 Report incidents to stewards according to racing 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 workplace documentation, including rules of racing |
Writing | Accurately record and complete organisational documentation using clear language and terminology to report incidents and problems with catching equipment or processes |
Numeracy | Perform basic calculations for checking field size and track distances |
Oral communication | Provide instructions and reports to others using language, tone and pace appropriate to audience |
Navigate the world of work | Take personal responsibility for following explicit and implicit policies and procedures and rules of racing |
Interact with others | Apply workplace practices and protocols effectively to communicate and work with a diverse range of people relevant to the job role |
Get the work done | Make routine decisions and implement standard procedures for routine tasks, using formal decision-making processes Respond promptly to emergencies or potential hazards |
Sectors
Racing performance (ROP)