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Perform duties of racehorse handicapper

Perform duties of racehorse handicapper

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRROP410
State Code
OAB45
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/02/2019
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
08/02/2019
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge for racehorse handicappers to interpret race performance, rank race performance and compile and update handicapping records. The unit applies to racing industry personnel who are required to apply the handicapping policy to the classification of racehorses for a racing governing body as part of their job role in the harness or thoroughbred codes of racing.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Interpret race performances
  • 1.1 Analyse performance of horses relevant to race event
  • 1.2 Examine and interpret speed maps
2. Rank race performances
  • 2.1 Use race class structure to compare performances
  • 2.2 Relate track ratings and weather conditions to race performance
  • 2.3 Consider experience and/or age of runner and incidents within the race in relation to race requirements
  • 2.4 Consider barrier draw and distance of race
3. Compile and maintain handicapping records
  • 3.1 Rank race fields using organisational handicapping system
  • 3.2 Prepare and maintain currency of records of performance
  • 3.3 Maintain computer-based and/or hard copy records according to organisational procedures
  • 3.4 Employ appropriate communication skills when dealing with racing participants
  • 3.5 Ensure integrity and ethical principles are applied to handicapping protocols and procedures and other duties
  • 3.6 Maintain confidentiality of decisions and records according to organisational procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6955 RGRROP410A Perform duties of racehorse handicapper Unit of competency