❓ Question on Notice regarding greyhound racing track safety at Cannington, Mandurah, and Northam, focusing on design, surface requirements, and monitoring practices. The answer provides a general overview of elements and practices.
AnsweredQoN 3384Legislative Council
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I refer to the design, preparation and monitoring of track conditions at the Cannington, Mandurah and Northam greyhound racing tracks, and I ask: (a) what are the design elements in place at these tracks that support greyhound safety while racing; (b) what are the technical requirements that the surface of the track needs to meet to be considered safe for greyhound racing; (c) what scientific instruments are used to ensure that track shape and surface match the design and safety requirements; and (d) how frequently are these measurements undertaken?
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Answered
26 November 2020
Responded by
Minister for Regional Development representing the Minister for Racing and Gaming
Response time
10 days
a) Design elements in place at tracks can include aspects such as transition bends, camber and hoop arm lure systems.
b) Technical requirements include aspects such as an evenly prepared surface and moist/soft sand, which are inspected by RWWA Stewards.
c) Scientific instruments can include weather monitoring equipment, firmness measuring devices and track grading moisture readers.
d) These measurements are conducted prior to every race meeting.
b) Technical requirements include aspects such as an evenly prepared surface and moist/soft sand, which are inspected by RWWA Stewards.
c) Scientific instruments can include weather monitoring equipment, firmness measuring devices and track grading moisture readers.
d) These measurements are conducted prior to every race meeting.
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