Starter (Racetrack)
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Summary
This occupation involves operating the starting gate and preparing for the start at racetracks to ensure horses and jockeys start fairly. It also handles equipment inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting to support safe and smooth race progression.
Description
Starters operate and manage the gate opening and closing system during horse racing events so that horses and jockeys can start fairly from the starting gate. Before races, they assist in leading horses into the gate and aligning them, give accurate start signals, and conduct equipment inspections, maintenance, and quick responses to malfunctions. They collaborate with spectators, jockeys, and operations staff to ensure safety and support smooth race progression, playing an important role.
Future Outlook
Although there is a possibility of introducing automation technology due to the popularity of horse racing and IT advancements, personnel demand is expected to be maintained to a certain extent from the perspective of safety management.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Starter → Senior Starter → Racetrack operations staff → Race operations manager → Facility manager
Required Skills
Equipment inspection and maintenance / Horse handling / Signal device operation / Starting equipment operation
Recommended Skills
Emergency response / Safety management knowledge / Team coordination skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes affect race results. |
| Problem Solving | Because quick responses to starting equipment troubles are required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because the tension on race day is high and mistakes are not allowed. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is low because it follows set procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative analysis is not much needed. |
Aliases
- Starter
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