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Drive horses in pacework and fast work

Drive horses in pacework and fast work

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRPSH402
State Code
OAB36
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
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to drive horses for pacework and fast work using a range of standardbred horses in training.The unit applies to individuals, with experience in drive jog work, who use specialised technical harness driving skills and knowledge in the racing industry. 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 Principal Racing Authority (PRA) for current requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for trackwork
  • 1.1 Confirm and clarify exercise instructions with trainer
  • 1.2 Assess and control risks associated with trackwork activity
  • 1.3 Warm up and cool down horses according to trainer instruction and individual horse exercise requirements
  • 1.4 Handle horses safely and ethically, and monitor horse welfare during and after exercise
2. Exercise horses in pacework
  • 2.1 Select and fit gear and personal protective equipment (PPE) for pacework
  • 2.2 Achieve and maintain pacework speed for exercise period according to trainer instruction and safe work practices
  • 2.3 Measure speed and distance using industry-recognised methods
3. Exercise horses for fast work
  • 3.1 Select and fit gear and PPE for fast work
  • 3.2 Drive safely to achieve and maintain fast work speed for exercise period
  • 3.3 Develop racing skills of horses according to trainer instruction
4. Care for horses post-exercise
  • 4.1 Carry out post-exercise care of horses and gear according to stable procedures
  • 4.2 Report horse response to trackwork to trainer
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6962 RGRPSH402A Drive horses in pacework and fast work Unit of competency