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Racing Swab Attendant Skill Set
Racing Swab Attendant Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
RGRSS00051
RGRSS00051
State Code
AD791
AD791
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
05/07/2018
Current Release Date
05/07/2018
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
08/02/2019
Nominal Hours
325
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 05/07/2018 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set provides the skills and knowledge required to work as a swab attendant dealing with racing animals in the greyhound, harness or thoroughbred racing codes.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit towards RGR30418 Certificate III in Racing Services.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No occupational licensing or regulatory requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for those undertaking the duties of a swab attendant dealing with racing animals for the greyhound, harness or thoroughbred racing codes.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package meet the industry requirements for working as a swab attendant dealing with racing animals in the greyhound, harness or thoroughbred racing codes.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBE58 | ACMEQU205 | Apply knowledge of horse behaviour | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OAA76 | RGRSWA303 | Collect blood samples for racing animal drug testing | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OAB08 | RGRSWA301 | Collect non-blood samples from greyhounds or horses | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAB12 | RGRSWA302 | Collect non-blood samples from racing personnel | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAB09 | RGRCMN203 | Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AUL95 | BSBWHS201 | Contribute to health and safety of self and others | 15 | Unit of competency |
| BBF33 | RGRPSG201 | Handle greyhounds | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAB39 | RGRPSH201 | Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork | 70 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC020 | RGRSS00019 | Racing Swab Attendant Skill Set | Skill set |