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ព្រះរាជាណាចក្រកម្ពុជា · KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA

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Train, care for and ride horses for stock work

KHU-AGR-0410

Australian Equivalent

AHCLSK372

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to train, handle and ride horses to muster, move and separate livestock. It covers caring for horses and equipment, and addresses the potential risks associated with working with and around horses and livestock. The unit applies to individuals who have experience working in the livestock industry and in riding educated, compliant and manageable horses to muster and check stock on grazing properties. They work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace, and animal welfare legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines, and sustainability and biosecurity practices. In addition to legal responsibilities, all units of com

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Prepare horses for work

0410.E1.O1Identify hazards and risks and implement safe working practices to manage risks

0410.E1.O2Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to the task

0410.E1.O3Select, muster, or bring from paddock, and assess the suitability of the horse for the task

0410.E1.O4Catch and handle horse safely and humanely according to animal welfare practices

0410.E1.O5Assess horse for health, injury, soundness and fitness level to ensure it is capable to complete required work

0410.E1.O6Groom horse prior to exercise or work

0410.E1.O7Select, check, and maintain working equipment, according to work instructions

0410.E1.O8Fit working gear to individual horse

0410.E1.O9Check and report faulty or unsafe equipment or PPE to supervisor

E2Train horses for stock work

0410.E2.O1Assess current level of education of the horse

0410.E2.O2Train horse to calmly carry out required movements for working stock, including stops, turns and rollbacks

0410.E2.O3Train horse to work and control a mob of livestock as a whole

0410.E2.O4Train horse to safely handle a single animal and to return it to the mob safely according to industry practices

0410.E2.O5Train horse to separate an animal from a mob as instructed and according to industry and animal welfare practices

0410.E2.O6Train horse to calmly accept a stock whip being used by the rider, if required by the workplace, according to industry and animal welfare practices

0410.E2.O7Train horse to work with working dogs where required by workplace

0410.E2.O8Utilise agreed emergency procedures when training horses in required safety movements

E3Ride horses to carry out stock work

0410.E3.O1Interpret work program to determine work to be undertaken, and confirm with supervisor

0410.E3.O2Select horses for the task, taking into consideration task requirements and own skill level

0410.E3.O3Catch and handle horses safely and humanely according to animal welfare practices

0410.E3.O4Practise and reinforce training of horse while carrying out routine stock work

0410.E3.O5Take corrective action to re-train horse where necessary

E4Provide post-ride care and maintain saddlery and equipment

0410.E4.O1Remove gear, and groom, wash or clean horse according to workplace procedures

0410.E4.O2Assess horse for health, injury and soundness, and administer prescribed equine vaccinations and treatments for common ailments, under supervision of the veterinarian or supervisor

0410.E4.O3Water and feed horse according to workplace procedures

0410.E4.O4Release horse safely to enclosure, paddock or yard

0410.E4.O5Clean and maintain working gear and riding PPE, and store according to workplace procedures

0410.E4.O6Repair working gear according to industry practices and workplace procedures

0410.E4.O7Apply workplace sustainability and biosecurity practices

E5Maintain horse health and condition

0410.E5.O1Monitor horses as a part of daily routines to identify signs of ill health, injury and poor condition

0410.E5.O2Muster or catch horses in need of attention, and report and record condition according to workplace procedures

0410.E5.O3Administer prescribed treatments for common ailments, under supervision of the veterinarian or supervisor

0410.E5.O4Safely check horse legs and feet, clean out feet, and identify lameness and its potential causes

0410.E5.O5Organise shoeing according to workplace procedures