Collect non-blood samples from greyhounds or horses

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Assessment Template
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Assessment Matrix
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Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
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Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver RGRSWA301, 'Collect non-blood samples from greyhounds or horses'.
Google Links
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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 sample collection

1.1 Confirm process for selecting greyhounds or horses to be sampled with stewards or supervising veterinarian

1.2 Confirm preparation of collecting area and provision of collecting equipment and collection bags, including personal protective equipment

1.3 Secure collecting area and equipment

1.4 Identify hazards and minimise risks associated with sample collection

1.5 Identify and escort greyhounds or horses required for non-blood sample collection to collecting area following safe animal handling practices

2. Collect samples

2.1 Explain collection procedures and rights and obligations to nominated witness

2.2 Follow safe urine collection procedures and protocols

2.3 Take other non-blood samples according to collection protocols and safety procedures

2.4 Maintain chain of custody of sampling equipment, documentation and sample

2.5 Follow swab documentation, packaging, security and shipping protocols

2.6 Implement contingency plans when sample cannot be provided within timeframe

2.7 Maintain safety of greyhound or horse, self and others during collection of sample

3. Complete sample reports

3.1 Complete and store sample documents according to racing protocols and procedures

3.2 Record and report alterations to collection procedures to stewards

3.3 Record and report incidents that occurred during collection process to stewards

3.4 Give evidence relating to collection processes at inquiries when requested by stewards


Qualifications and Skillsets

RGRSWA301 appears in the following qualifications:

  • RGR40608 - Certificate IV in Racing Services (Steward)
  • RGR30408 - Certificate III in Racing Services (Cadet Steward)

And the skillsets: