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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Demonstrate an understanding of thoroughbred horseracing rules 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
262440  Demonstrate an understanding of thoroughbred horseracing rules 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Sport 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 02 - Culture and Arts Sport 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 4  NQF Level 04  6 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
Learners credited with this Unit Standard will be able to explain the criteria for the application and renewal of licences for race horses as well as the renewal process for racing colours. Learners will also be able to explain the process for changing a jockey for a race and prepare and complete the required forms for the National Horseracing Authority (NHA). Learners will also be able to explain the procedure for lodging an objection and apply the process for moving race horses amongst export regions.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Demonstrating an understanding of training agreements.
  • Processing pre-day and race day changes.
  • Completing National Horseracing Authority forms.
  • Explaining lodging an objection.
  • Demonstrating an understanding of export control of race horses. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this qualification will have demonstrated competence in:
  • Communication at NQF Level 3 or equivalent.
  • Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3 or equivalent. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Demonstrate an understanding of training agreements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The nature of training agreements with various stakeholders is explained in given scenarios. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Various stakeholders may include but are not limited to horse owners, local racing operators, National Horseracing Authority and jockeys.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The process of dealing difficulties is explained according to National Horseracing Authority rules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Criteria for the application and renewal of licences for racing horses are explained in accordance with National Horseracing Authority rules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The application process for obtaining and renewing racing colours is implemented in a simulated situation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Restrictions on ownership of colours are explained with examples of their impact on owners. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Process pre-day and race day changes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Circumstances which may result in a jockey change are explained according to National Horseracing Authority rules on time, equipment and jockey weight. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    A jockey change is implemented in a simulated scenario according to National Horseracing Authority rules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The consequences of not processing race day changes are explained with reference to possible ramifications. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Complete National Horseracing Authority (NHA) forms. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The various forms used by the National Horseracing Authority are identified and explained as the affect trainers and jockeys. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The correct form is selected according to its purpose from a range of NHA forms. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Forms may include but are not limited to registration of ownership lease, death of a horse, castration of a horse, notification of change, application for individual or partnership colours and declaration by sponsors.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Forms are prepared containing all the required information in terms of its use. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    One of each type of form must be prepared.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Time frames for submission of forms are explained according to National Horseracing Authority rules. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Consequences of submitting inaccurate forms are explained with examples of the impact on the roleplayers. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Explain lodging an objection. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The purpose of lodging an objection is explained in order to establish future action. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Reasons for lodging an objection are explained in given case studies. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The procedure for lodging an objection is explained according to National Horseracing Authority rules. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Demonstrate an understanding of export control of race horses. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Reasons of export control are explained in accordance with state veterinary surgeon and department of agriculture guidelines. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Export control regions are listed and pointed out on a map. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The process of applying for the movement of race horses amongst the export regions is demonstrated in a given scenario. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The consequences of not adhering to export control regulations are explained with examples of the impact on both the horse and owner. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this unit standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard or assessing this unit standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion. 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • Legislation and regulations governing the export of horses to other countries.
  • Types and uses of the various forms used by the National Horseracing Authority. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems which may occur when processing documentation in the jurisdiction of the NHA. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others to effect the speedy processing of any and all documentation required in the thoroughbred horseracing industry. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information pertaining to the renewal of licensing race horses and obtaining race colours, filling in NHA forms lodging an objection and export control. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively in the completion and processing of NHA forms and applications. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology to process documentation and applications. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where the poor application of thoroughbred horseracing rules can have negative implications for all the roleplayers involved. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  65669   Further Education and Training Certificate: Thoroughbred Horse Racing  Level 4  NQF Level 04  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  CATHSSETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
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