Harness Trackwork Driver Skill Set

Skill set Outline

Information current as of
10/09/2026 5:40 PM AWST

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Skill set

National Code
RGRSS00044

State Code
AD787

TGA Status
Current

DTWD Status
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

310

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 drive trackwork in the harness racing code.

Pathway Information

These units of competency provide credit towards the following qualifications:
RGR30218 Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand)
RGR30318 Certificate III in Racing (Driving Stablehand)
RGR40318 Certificate IV in Racing (Harness Race Driver)

Licensing / Regulatory Information

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit but vary in each state/territory jurisdiction. Users are advised to check with the relevant Principal Racing Authority for current requirements.

Target Group

This skill set is for those undertaking the duties of a trackwork driver in the harness racing code.

Suggested words for statement of attainment

These competencies from the RGR Racing and Breeding Training Package meet the industry requirements for driving trackwork in the harness racing code.

General notes

Schedule

State Code	National Code	Title	Hours	Type
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
OAA84	RGRPSH305	Develop driving skills for trackwork	80	Unit of competency
OAB36	RGRPSH402	Drive horses in pacework and fast work	80	Unit of competency
OAA73	RGRPSH304	Identify factors that affect racehorse fitness and suitability to race	90	Unit of competency

Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
AB572	RGRSS00012	Harness Trackwork Driver Skill Set	Skill set