Racing Project
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This project is an extension of the Equine Safety in Training Project. It was established after key issues were identified with the application of increased safety measures with horses in the context of the Thoroughbred and Standardbred racing industry. Feedback from industry was that the proposed safety measures being applied to the units of competency within the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package and AHC Agriculture, Horticulture, and Conservation and Land Management Training Package were not appropriate for the Horse Racing Industry. It was determined that additional work was required to satisfactorily incorporate safety into the units, skill sets and qualifications within the RGR Racing Training Package. Industry feedback also outlined the need for a thorough review of all racing units, skill sets and qualifications to ensure they align to current skill standards, ensuring all job functions are accurately described.The Industry Skills Committee (AISC) issued an activity order for this project to commence, following the approval of the Case for Change which can be downloaded via the link below. Skills Impact and the Racing Industry Reference Committee (IRC) will take this project through a process that adheres to the 2012 Standards for Training Package Development.
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Project Scope
Units of competency, skill sets and qualifications within the RGR Racing Training Package will be reviewed and updated to reflect the current skills and safety requirements of industry, so that all job functions are accurately described.This project is an extension of the Equine Safety in Training Project. Feedback from industry is that the safety processes and measures in the horse racing industry are unique to the safety measures for other horse related industries. Industry has also identified the need to review and update units, skill sets and qualifications to reflect new and current industry standards and practices, particularly in relation to the occupations listed below.
Relevant Occupations
- Stablehand
- Driving stablehand
- Trackrider
- Harness race driver
- Racehorse trainer
- Greyhound trainer
- Jockey
- Steward
- Turf/track maintenance manager
- Integrity officer
- Racing administration and operations
- Racehorse trainer
- Greyhound trainer
- Harness race drivers
Key deliverables
- Review and improvement of 63 units
- Development of the Certificate II in Racing (Stablehand), and specialisations built into the qualification for Thoroughbred Racing, Harness Racing, Thoroughbred breeding and Stablehand
- Review and improvement of 3 Steward related qualifications
- Development of new skill sets related to track maintenance for all three racing codes
- Development of new skill sets related to racing administration
- Review of 22 skill sets related to racetrack operations
- Correct alignment of all racing qualifications to the Australian Qualifications Framework
Project Team
| Evan Cooper | Industry Facilitation Manager, Skills Impact [email protected] |
| Wayne Jones | Industry Skills Standards Manager, Skills Impact [email protected] |
| Sue Hamilton | Skills Development Specialist |
Timeline
August 2017 Initial scopingSeptember, October 2017 Review process commencementOctober, November 2017 Industry consultation of draft materialsNovember, December 2017 Industry validation of final draftsJanuary 2018 Finalisation of Training Package componentsJanuary, February 2018 Independent Quality Assurance, and Edit and Equity review of Training Package componentsMarch 2018 IRC consideration for sign-off and submission for endorsementSubject Matter Experts
Subject Matter Experts will be drawn on throughout this project to help review and draft the revised units and qualification.If you are interested in applying to be a subject matter expert and are able to volunteer your time to this project, please email details of your expertise to [email protected]D
Draft qualifications and units of competency will soon be available for industry feedback.Skills Impact is currently meeting with Principal Racing Authorities and Subject Matter Experts to determine the current skill needs of racing industry job roles.Broad industry consultation is scheduled to commence mid-October, when draft units will be made available for comment on this webpage. Your input is welcome, please feel free to register your interest to keep informed of project updates and when draft units are available for feedback.To view the project scope, timeline and key deliverables, please select the 'Project Plan' button above.

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Thank you to those who provided feedback on the draft qualifications, skill sets and units of competency. The drafts were made available on the Skills Impact website from 19 October - 10 November 2017.Feedback was sought on whether the draft qualifications, skill sets and units reflect the current skills and safety requirements of industry, and whether job functions are accurately described. The feedback will inform the work on the final drafts which will be available for industry validation in December 2017.The draft qualifications, skill sets and units that were available for industry review and feedback are listed below.

Qualifications
Click here to download a zipped folder of all qualifications in this groupNote that the following new qualifications have been developed:
- RGR20X18 Certificate II in Racing - This entry level qualification has been developed to provide opportunities for specialisations in stablehand, stud hand, track maintenance and administration. It is designed to provide an overview of the industry and allow individuals to develop skills for pathways to higher qualifications or skill sets.
- RGR30X18 Certificate III in Racing (Driving Stablehand) - This qualification would replaces the Certificate III in Racing (Advanced Stablehand). It was developed based off feedback from the previous Industry Skills Council that there was a need to cater for driving stablehands within the harness industry.
- RGR30X18 Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand) - This qualification would replace Certificate III in Racing (Advanced Stablehand). It was developed based off feedback from the previous Industry Skills Council. Units relating to supervisory roles have been removed. It covers the harness and thoroughbred codes of the racing industry.
- RGR4XX18 Certificate IV in Racing Integrity - This qualification would replace RGR40608 Certificate IV in Racing Services (Steward), which has no uptake in industry as it is outdated. It has been developed following feedback from stewards.
- RGR50X18 Diploma of Racing Integrity Management - This qualification would replace RGR50308 Diploma of Racing Services (Steward), which has no uptake in industry as it is outdated. It has been developed following feedback from stewards.
| RGR20X18 Certificate II in Racing | Download draft qualification |
| RGR30X18 Certificate III in Racing (Driving Stablehand) | Download draft qualification |
| RGR30X18 Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand) | Download draft qualification |
| RGR30118 Certificate III in Racing (Trackrider) | Download draft qualification |
| RGR40X18 Certificate IV in Racing Integrity | Download draft qualification |
| RGR40118 Certificate IV in Racing (Racehorse Trainer) | Download draft qualification |
| RGR40218 Certificate IV in Racing (Jockey) | Download draft qualification |
| RGR40318 Certificate IV in Racing (Harness Race Driver) | Download draft qualification |
| RGR40418 Certificate IV in Racing (Greyhound Trainer) | Download draft qualification |
| RGR50X18 Diploma of Racing Integrity Management | Download draft qualification |
| RGR50118 Diploma of Racing (Racehorse Trainer) | Download draft qualification |
Skill Sets
Click here to download a zipped folder of all skill sets in this groupNote that the following new skill sets have also been developed:
- RGRSS000XX Thoroughbred Clerk of Scales Skill Set - This new skill set covers the duties of clerk of scales who weigh jockeys at thoroughbred race meetings.
- RGRSS000XX Horse Race Day Veterinarian Skill Set - This new skill set covers the specific requirements needed by veterinarians to work on track at harness or thoroughbred race day meetings to support animal welfare and the rules of racing.
- RGRSS000X4 Greyhound On-track Veterinarian Skill Set - This skill set has been developed following feedback from Principal Racing Authorities that there are special requirements for local on-track vets, who require particular knowledge of the greyhound dog breed, rules of racing and injuries that may occur during race meets.
- RGRSS000XX Cadet Steward Skill Set - Principal Racing Authorities identified a need for an induction program for new entrants to the integrity field. It replaces the Certificate III in Racing Services (Cadet Steward)
- RGRSS000XX Investigative Steward Skill Set – Principal Racing Authorities identified a need for specialist investigators to support stewards and work in the integrity division of relevant racing authorities across the three codes.
- RGRSS000XX Raceday Steward Skill Set - Feedback from the previous Industry Skills Council was that there was a need for a skill set for assistant or part-time stewards working and supporting other stewards on race days. It replaces the Certificate III in Racing Services (Cadet Steward).
- RGRSS000XX Racing Club Administration Skill Set v1 - This skill set was developed to cover the essentials of racing club administration. Feedback received from industry was that there was no need for full qualifications in racing administration (Certificates II-IV and Diploma of Racing Services (Racing Administration)]. Administrative roles can be covered by business services qualifications.
- RGRSS000XX Racing Stable Administration Skill Set v1 - This skill set was developed by the previous Industry Skills Council, in consultation with industry. We are now seeking confirmation for the requirement of this skill set.
- RGRSS000XX Trackwork Supervisor Skill Set v1 - This skill set was developed by the previous Industry Skills Council, in consultation with industry. We are now seeking confirmation for the requirement of this skill set.
- RGRSS0002X Non Turf Race Track Curator Skill Set - This skill set focuses on preparing non-turf track surfaces and related track facilities in the Greyhound, harness and thoroughbred codes. It replaces Certificates II, III and IV and Diploma of Racing Services (Track Maintenance).
- RGRSS0002X Turf Race Track Curator Skill Set - This skill set focuses on preparing turf track surfaces and related track facilities in the thoroughbred racing code. It replaces Certificates II, III and IV and Diploma of Racing Services (Track Maintenance). Turf track maintenance roles are covered by sports turf management and horticulture qualifications.
| RGRSS000XX Thoroughbred Clerk of Scales Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS000XX Horse Race Day Veterinarian Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS000X4 Greyhound On-track Veterinarian Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS000XX Cadet Steward Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS000XX Investigative Steward Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS000XX Raceday Steward Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS000XX Racing Club Administration Skill Set v1 | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS000XX Racing Stable Administration Skill Set v1 | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS000XX Trackwork Supervisor Skill Set v1 | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00001 Greyhound Clerk of Scales Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00002 Greyhound Lure Driver Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS0002X Non Turf Race Track Curator Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS0002X Turf Race Track Curator Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00003 Greyhound Race Club Kennel Attendant Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00004 Greyhound Race Club Parade Official Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00006 Greyhound Training Operations Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00007 Harness Mobile Start Driver Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00008 Harness or Thoroughbred Clerk of Course Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00009 Harness or Thoroughbred Racing Handicapper Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00010 Harness or Thoroughbred Training Operations Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00011 Harness Race Starter Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00012 Harness Trackwork Driver Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00013 Race Meeting Farrier Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00014 Racing Biological Security Officer Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00015 Racing Judge Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00016 Racing Licensing and Registration Clerk Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00017 Racing Nominations and Acceptances Clerk Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00018 Racing Photo Finish Operator Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00019 Racing Swab Attendant Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00020 Racing Timekeeper Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00021 Thoroughbred Barrier Attendant Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00022 Thoroughbred Exercise Rider Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00023 Thoroughbred Fast Work Rider Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
| RGRSS00024 Thoroughbred Race Starter Skill Set | Download draft skill set |
Units of Competency
| RGRADM301 Assist with race meeting operations | Download draft unit |
| RGRADM302 Supervise use of track and race club facilities | Download draft unit |
| RGRADM402 Prepare for race meeting special events | Download draft unit |
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| RGRCMN002 Investigate job opportunities in racing and related industries | Download draft unit |
| RGRCMN003 Manage personal health and fitness | Download draft unit |
| RGRCMN201 Follow WHS procedures and observe environmental work practices | Download draft unit |
| RGRCMN202 Achieve requirements for industry induction | Download draft unit |
| RGRCMN203 Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity | Download draft unit |
| RGRCMN305 Participate in protests, inquiries and appeals | Download draft unit |
| RGRCMN401 Maintain and monitor WHS procedures and environmental work practices | Download draft unit |
| RGRCMN402 Participate in media interviews for racing | Download draft unit |
| RGRCMN403 Participate in racing industry appeals | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSG2XX Perform kennel duties | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSG401 Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care and treatment of greyhounds | Download draft unit |
Click here to download a zipped folder of all units in this groupChanges were made to the title of the following units of competency, during consultation with Subject Matter Experts:
- RGRPSH201 Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork (title changed to reflect the merging of content from RGRPSH208A Attend horses at trackwork and RGRPSH201A Handle horses). The units were merged to reduce overlap/duplication between the two units and to develop a racing specific unit. Similar ‘handle horses’ units in the ACM and SIS Training Packages were not considered appropriate for the racing industry, where individuals are required to work with racehorses, operate in racing stables and tracks and fit racing approved gear to racehorses.
- RGRPSH205 Perform basic riding skills in the racing industry (title changed to reflect the merging of content from RGRPSH206A Develop riding skills for flatwork and RGRPSH205A Perform basic riding tasks). The units were merged to reduce overlap/duplication between the two units and to develop a racing specific unit. Similar ‘basic riding’ units in the ACM and SIS Training Packages included ‘handle horses’ prerequisites that were not appropriate for the racing industry and would mean that individuals would have to undertake two similar prerequisites one of which was not appropriate for the racing industry (see comment above).
- RGRPSH207 Perform racing stable duties (replaces RGRPSH207A Perform stable duties to make it more specific to the racing industry)
| RGRPSH201 Handle horses in stables and at trackwork | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH202 Assist with transportation of horses | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH203 Perform basic driving tasks | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH204 Prepare to drive jog work | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH205 Perform basic riding skills in the racing industry | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH207 Perform stable duties | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH209 Attend horses at race meetings and trials | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH211 Work effectively in the horse racing industry | Download draft unit |
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| RGRPSH301 Implement stable operations | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH302 Supervise handling of horses | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH303 Supervise transportation of horses | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH304 Identify factors that affect racehorse performance | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH305 Develop driving skills for trackwork | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH306 Develop basic trackwork riding skills | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH307 Exercise horses in pacework | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH308 Provide first aid and emergency care for horses or other equines | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH309 Implement feeding programs for racehorses under direction | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH310 Prepare for self-management in racing | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH311 Participate in racing as an owner | Download draft unit |
Click here to download a zipped folder of all units in this group
| RGRPSH401 Provide care and treatment of horses | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH402 Drive horses in pacework and fast work | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH403 Educate harness horses for racing | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH404 Ride horses at trackwork | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH405 Ride horses in jump outs | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH406 Develop riding skills for jumping racing | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH407 Educate thoroughbred horses for racing | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH408 Manage horse health and welfare | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH409 Determine nutritional requirements for racing horses | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH410 Prepare for race driving | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH411 Drive horses in trials | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH412 Drive horses in races | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH413 Prepare for race riding | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH414 Ride horses in trials | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH415 Ride horses in races | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH416 Perform trial and race jumping riding skills | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH418 Set goals to improve racing performance | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH419 Manage principles of sports science for jockeys | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH420 Participate in implementing racehorse exercise programs | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH421 Operate horse racing training business | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH422 Promote and maintain business arrangements with racehorse owners | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH423 Train horses for jumping racing | Download draft unit |
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| RGRPSH501 Plan and adapt training and conditioning programs for racehorses | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH502 Plan and implement education of horses for racing | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH503 Trial and race horses | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH504 Develop systems and records for horse racing business training operations | Download draft unit |
| RGRPSH505 Select horses for racing | Download draft unit |
Click here to download a zipped folder of all units in this group
| RGRROP201 Perform duties of barrier attendant at thoroughbred race meetings and trials | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP202 Perform duties of kennel attendant at race meetings | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP203 Perform duties of parade official at greyhound race meetings | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP204 Assist with harness race starts | Download draft unit |
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| RGRROP301 Perform ear branding and marking up of greyhounds | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP302 Brand standardbred horses | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP303 Perform duties of clerk of course at harness or thoroughbred race meetings and trials | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP304 Perform duties of clerk of scales at greyhound race meetings | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP305 Perform duties of clerk of scales for horses at thoroughbred race meetings | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP306 Perform duties of clerk of scales for jockeys at thoroughbred race meetings | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP307 Perform duties of lure driver at race meetings and trials | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP308 Drive mobile start vehicle | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP309 Perform duties of catching pen supervisor | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP310 Supervise race meeting kennels | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP311 Perform duties of greyhound race starter | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP312 Perform duties of licensing or registration clerk | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP313 Process race nominations and acceptances | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP314 Perform duties of photo finish operator at greyhound or horse race meetings | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP315 Perform duties of timekeeper at greyhound or horse race meetings | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP316 Perform duties of track supervisor during trackwork operations | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP317 Attend racing events and comply with protocols and safety procedures | Download draft unit |
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| RGRROP401 Perform duties of race programmer | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP402 Perform duties of medical practitioner at race meetings and trials | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP403 Perform duties of farrier at race meetings | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP404 Perform duties of veterinarian at race meetings or trial | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP405 Conduct veterinarian supervision of sample collection procedures | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP406 Perform duties of harness race starter | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP407 Perform duties of thoroughbred race starter | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP408 Perform duties of betting supervisor or steward at greyhound or horse race meetings | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP409 Perform duties of greyhound grader | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP410 Perform duties of racehorse handicapper | Download draft unit |
| RGRROP411 Perform duties of greyhound or horse race judge | Download draft unit |
Click here to download a zipped folder of all units in this group
| RGRSTD301 Perform duties of cadet steward | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD302 Interpret wagering trends | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD303 Assess racing gear suitability and safety | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD402 Perform non-race day duties of steward | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD403 Apply principles of administrative law to investigation and resolution of racing incidents | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD404 Prepare for racing industry appeals | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD405 Conduct steward supervision of sample collection procedures | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD406 Assess greyhound or horse handling skills | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD407 Assess driving or riding skills of licence or registration applicants | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD408 Analyse race performance | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD409 Perform duties of a race day steward | Download draft unit |
| RGRSTD501 Manage steward services | Download draft unit |
| RGRSWA301 Collect non-blood samples from greyhounds or horses | Download draft unit |
| RGRSWA302 Collect non-blood samples from racing personnel | Download draft unit |
| RGRSWA303 Collect blood samples for racing animal drug testing | Download draft unit |
| RGRSWA401 Collect blood samples from racing personnel | Download draft unit |
Click here to download a zipped folder of all units in this groupNote: RGRTRK403 Maintain specialised non-turf track surfaces for racing has been recoded from an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 3 to 4, to reflect the job role level