RGRSWA301 — Collect non-blood samples from greyhounds or horses
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What an assessment for RGRSWA301 must cover
45 assessable components: 3 elements (16 performance criteria), 9 performance evidence and 13 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 7 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Prepare for sample collection
- 1.1Confirm process for selecting greyhounds or horses to be sampled with stewards or supervising veterinarian
- 1.2Confirm preparation of collecting area and provision of collecting equipment and collection bags, including personal protective equipment
- 1.3Secure collecting area and equipment
- 1.4Identify hazards and minimise risks associated with sample collection
- 1.5Identify and escort greyhounds or horses required for non-blood sample collection to collecting area following safe animal handling practices
2 Collect samples
- 2.1Explain collection procedures and rights and obligations to nominated witness
- 2.2Follow safe urine collection procedures and protocols
- 2.3Take other non-blood samples according to collection protocols and safety procedures
- 2.4Maintain chain of custody of sampling equipment, documentation and sample
- 2.5Follow swab documentation, packaging, security and shipping protocols
- 2.6Implement contingency plans when sample cannot be provided within timeframe
- 2.7Maintain safety of greyhound or horse, self and others during collection of sample
3 Complete sample reports
- 3.1Complete and store sample documents according to racing protocols and procedures
- 3.2Record and report alterations to collection procedures to stewards
- 3.3Record and report incidents that occurred during collection process to stewards
- 3.4Give evidence relating to collection processes at inquiries when requested by stewards
Performance evidence
- confirmed sample collection arrangements with stewards and identified animal by colour, brand, sex, and leg and face markings
- prepared resources and secured area for sample collection
- explained process to industry participant involved in the collection process
- used safe handling work practices when escorting and dealing with greyhounds or horses
- interpreted instructions and completed documentation for the collection of non-blood samples
- collected non-blood samples from greyhounds or horses
- followed laboratory procedures, including security and chain of custody protocols for the possession of non-blood samples, transportation and logging and recording of samples
- identified and reported irregularities in swabbing procedures
- provided information and prompt and succinct reports to stewards and others
Knowledge evidence
- role of stewards and veterinarians, and rights of participants/witnesses
- swabbing protocols and terminology and associated rules of racing
- techniques for safely handling greyhounds or horses
- common greyhound or horse behaviour and communication traits
- types and purpose of equipment for collecting samples, including personal protective equipment
- workplace operating procedures for: preparing the collection area, sample collection for saliva, urine and other non-invasive samples, reporting irregularities and problems, including difficulties in obtaining samples, contingency situations
- racing industry safety requirements for collecting non-blood samples, including: safe operating procedures, personal protective equipment, hazard identification, risk control
- laboratory protocols and procedures for collecting non-blood samples
- racing industry standards and expectations relevant to the collection of non-blood samples from greyhounds or horses
- communication procedures within the race meeting environment and wider racing industry
- ethical conduct standards of relevant racing principal authority
- protocols and procedures for communicating with stewards, and licensed and other racing industry personnel
- racing industry animal welfare requirements
Foundation skills
- Reading: Interpret instructions, workplace procedures, reporting requirements and rules of racing relating to collecting non-blood samples
- Writing: Record data accurately and complete workplace documentation and report clearly and succinctly
- Numeracy: Measure and calculate volume associated with non-blood sampling
- Oral communication: Provide prompt and succinct information to stewards and others as required
- Navigate the world of work: Take responsibility for adherence to workplace and racing industry procedures, including safe work practices and animal welfare requirements, relating to own role and area of responsibility Recognise importance of complying with collection protocols and procedures essential to maintaining the integrity of the samples and the continuity and security of evidence
- Interact with others: Work collaboratively with others to ensure timely completion of job tasks Follow protocols and procedures for communicating with stewards and licensed and other racing industry personnel
- Get the work done: Plan, prioritise and assemble resources to collect non-blood samples from racing animals in required timeframes Use problem-solving techniques to deal with difficult people and contingency situations
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What does an assessment tool for RGRSWA301 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for RGRSWA301 needs to address all 45 unit components: 3 elements with 16 performance criteria, 9 performance evidence requirements, 13 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.
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