Horse or Dog Racing Official

Tasks Include:

  • supervises employees at racing events
  • controls acceptances of horses or dogs, and approves
    equipment changes
  • determines violations of racing rules and imposes penalties
  • orders the removal of unfit horses or dogs from races
  • observes the entry of horses or dogs into starting gates or
    boxes to ensure proper starting arrangements are observed
  • observes races, hears and decides protests
  • may decide placegetters and post results
  • may allocate weight in order to create a competitive contest
  • may manage progress of horses through designated classes

Specialisations:

  • Handicapper (Racing)