Training & Education
GBGB offers a
range of training and professional development opportunities designed
to underpin the sports welfare initiatives both in kennels and at the
track. These programmes are delivered centrally and are designed to
complement training activities provided by individual stadia and
employers.
GBGB training topics include:
- Foundation Programme – For those new to the sport programmes include
For further details of these courses and their availability please contact
David Parker
GBGB Training Consultant
07971 519156 or
skills4racing@aol.comAn Introduction to Racing
This
course is designed for those with less than 3 months industry
experience. It comprises a mix of taught sessions and practical tasks
the course acts as a basic induction for kennel staff and an overview
of GBGB Racing for those not working directly with greyhounds.
Principles of Manual HandlingThis
course addresses the basics of manual handling. It is suitable for all
kennel and track staff that are new to the racing world but would be of
value by anyone with a specific training need. The course focuses on
the types of handling undertaken at tracks and in kennels.
The
course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Environmental
Health. Participants will also receive a GBGB attendance certificate.
Emergency First Aid - Appointed PersonsA
one-day course tailored to meet the needs of staff working with
animals. This course is ideal for those needing to qualify staff to the
level of Appointed Persons to take responsibility for a first aid
emergency and the first aid box in accordance with the Health and
Safety (First Aid) Regulations.
The course is also recommended
for those staff giving support to First Aiders in larger organisations.
On successful completion of the course participants will be awarded an
Emergency First Aid certificate valid for 3 years.
Track Maintenance and Preparation Seminars
Led
by members of the Track Safety Committee these annual seminars are
designed for Head Groundsmen and those responsible for the preparation
and maintenance of the track. The event will introduce the latest
thinking on developing effective strategies for ensuring a safe racing
surface and will offer an opportunity for participants to network with
colleagues from across the sport.
Professional Development for TrainersGBGB
works with leading individuals in the industry to provide professional
development events for greyhound trainers. Organised regularly during
the year these events are publicised in the racing press and are free
to all those holding a GBGB license.
Induction training for Vets / Vet placement schemeThese
programmes are designed for vets that have an interest but no
experience in greyhound racing. The placement scheme is available to
students and is publicised through the veterinary colleges whilst the
induction course is open to any qualified vet and is publicised through
the specialist veterinary press.
Customer Service and SalesIndividual
programmes are developed for staff working in stadiums based around the
National Occupational Standards in Customer Service
Good practice management guidesTo support employers we develop and produce the “getting it right” series of management guides. Topics include:
- Employing Young People
- Insurance
- Pay and Pensions
- Recruiting Lawfully
- Maternity Paternity and Adoption
These are currently offered on a case-by-case basis.
Contact us for details