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

Jump a horse from the starting stalls at a race meeting 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
262457  Jump a horse from the starting stalls at a race meeting 
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  3 
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 confident when jumping a race horse from the starting stall at a race meeting where there may be many horses in the starting stalls. They will also be able to walk the race horse into the starting stalls at a race meeting and be able to control the horse whilst waiting for the start.

The qualifying learner is capable of:
  • Riding the race horse to the starting stalls.
  • Loading the race horse from the saddle into the starting stalls at the race meeting.
  • Unit Standard: Preparing a race horse to jump at a race meeting. 
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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.
  • Unit Standard: Demonstrate an understanding of basic horse racing strategies at NQF Level 3.
  • Unit Standard: Jump a race horse from the starting stalls at the training track at NQF Level 3. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    Range statements are included in the Assessment Criteria of this Unit Standard where applicable. 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Ride the race horse to the starting stalls. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Procedures to be followed are explained for riding the race horse to the starting stalls. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The race horse is ridden past the grand stands according to local operator requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The race horse is ridden the remainder of the distance to the starting stalls according to instructions. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Explain and demonstrate how to load the race horse into the starting stalls at the race meeting while mounted. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Procedures to be followed at the start are explained according to National Horseracing Authority regulations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The allocated starting stall is entered in accordance with instructions from the starter in a given scenario. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Methods to keep a race horse calm in the starting stalls are explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Racing officials are communicated with in order to ensure adherence to standard loading procedures. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Racing officials may include but are not limited to handlers, starter, assistant starter, riding masters, veterinarian and stipendiary stewards.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Prepare a race horse to jump at a race meeting from the starting stalls. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Any obstructions which may impede the race horse are explained in a given case study. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Obstructions could include but are not limited to handlers, lead rein, Monty Roberts blanket and hood.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The method of advising the starter if not ready is explained with examples. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The race horse is made ready for the jump at a race meeting. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Made ready may include but is not limited to positioning the horse and horse's head and sufficient rein is given.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Jump the race horse from the starting stalls at a race meeting. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Procedures for jumping a race horse from the starting stalls are explained in a case study. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The starting stalls are exited as the start is affected according to instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The race horse is controlled after the jump as per instructions. 


    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 
  • Knowledge of track conditions.
  • Racing starting and jumping techniques.
  • Race starting rules and regulations. 
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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 that could hinder a horse while entering the starting stalls. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others when loading a horse into the starting stalls. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities when preparing to jump a horse from the start. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information when calming a horse at the start of a race. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively with the starter when informing them on the riders' readiness for the race. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where a poor start will affect the performance of the horse for the race. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO CONTRIBUTING 
    In order to contribute to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of society at large, it must be the intention underlying any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively. 

    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 
  • International accepted standards refer to the standards according to the International Group for Equestrian Qualifications.
  • The legal and regulatory requirements are those sections of the Acts that relates to the humane handling of horses. They are:
    > The Animal Protection Act 71 of 1962.
    > Performing Animals Act 24/35.
    > Power of Seizure Regulation 468 as contained I the animal Protection Act 71 of 1962.

    Glossary of Terms:
  • Starting stalls refers to a bank of stalls used to effect the start of a horse race.
  • Jumping a horse from the starting stalls is the method of riding of the race horse in the correct manner out of the starting stalls. 
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    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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