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Catch and control greyhounds

Catch and control greyhounds

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRPSG206
State Code
BBF35
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/12/2018
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
06/12/2018
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely identify, catch and control an individual greyhound, after a race or trial, and report incidents and observations.The unit applies to individuals who are authorised to perform the duties of a greyhound catcher, at a trial or race.NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Refer to your state or territory Controlling Body or Principal Racing Authority for current licence or registration requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to catch greyhounds
  • 1.1 Follow rules of racing, and protocols and procedures that are related to greyhound welfare and catching pen operations
  • 1.2 Select and use personal protective equipment according to requirements and follow pre-race catching preparations
  • 1.3 Identify hazards in catching area and use strategies to minimise risk of injury, according to WHS and animal welfare policies
  • 1.4 Watch race from catchers' designated area and identify welfare issues that may affect individual greyhounds
2. Conduct post-race greyhound activity
  • 2.1 Collect specified greyhound and ethically restrain, following catching pen supervisor or steward instructions
  • 2.2 Inspect greyhound for injury, cramp or fatigue
  • 2.3 Report race incidents or observations to greyhound's trainer or handler
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6904 RGRPSG206A Perform duties of greyhound catcher Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AD741 RGRSS00028 Greyhound Catcher Skill Set Skill set
BDO1 RGR20117 Certificate II in Racing (Greyhound) Qualification