Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to supervise the collection of samples from racing animals. It includes the preparation, authorisation and carrying out of testing, and initiation of evidence-gathering activities, emphasising the continuity and security of evidence.
The unit applies to individuals who are veterinarians, registered with the relevant veterinarian practitioner registration authority, experienced in the management and care of racing greyhounds or horses.
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 controlling body or 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. Instruct staff in collection procedures | 1.1 Review rules of racing relating to collection of samples with staff 1.2 Explain collection protocols and demonstrate to staff 1.3 Discuss potential problems with sample collection and explain preferred actions |
2. Promote workplace health and safety and safe racing operating procedures | 2.1 Identify hazards to humans relating to handling samples, and present risk management protocols 2.2 Identify hazards relating to collecting samples from animals, and explain and demonstrate risk management protocols 2.3 Explain reporting procedures in case of incident or accident during collection |
3. Monitor swab collection | 3.1 Observe and evaluate sample collection by staff 3.2 Provide feedback to staff on collecting technique, compliance with collecting protocols and safe operating procedures. 3.3 Provide assistance and advice to collecting staff according to workplace protocols and procedures 3.4 Check documentation on sample collection 3.5 Store samples securely until the end of the collection period, and then deliver to nominated officer 3.6 Document and report incidents or problems that occur during collection to stewards |
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 rules of racing and collection procedures |
Writing | Use clear language and accurate industry terminology for reporting and recording sample information |
Oral communication | Provide clear, sequenced instructions, using tone and terminology suitable for audience |
Navigate the world of work | Follow workplace procedures, including workplace health and safety and animal welfare requirements, and meet expectations relating to own role and responsibilities Maintain confidentiality of information according to racing code requirements |
Interact with others | Work collaboratively with others to promote teamwork Follow accepted industry practices and communication protocols for working with stewards, racing officials and other personnel |
Get the work done | Plan and coordinate multiple tasks and personnel to achieve outcomes relevant to sample collection |
Sectors
Racing performance (ROP)