This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop riding skills for exercising well-educated horses on the flat and in negotiating set obstacles in controlled and open areas. It includes assessing hazards, protecting the welfare of people and horses; fitting gear and tack for specific horse needs and providing targeted post-exercise care of horses.

The unit applies to riders who have skills to control a calm, consistent and obedient horse at walk, trot and canter in controlled environments. Working environments cover a range of sectors and situations where horses are used under saddle, including in paddocks, stock or exercise yards, arenas, natural trails and in controlled open areas at training and competition venues and public areas.

No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, except for the racing industry, where requirements vary between states and territories.Users working in the racing industry are advised to contact the relevant Principal Racing Authority for advice on current requirements.

Work health and safety and animal welfare legislation relevant to interacting with horses applies to workers in this industry. Requirements vary between industry sectors and state/territory jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant authority for specific requirements.

NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Discuss horse suitability with supervisor to determine suitability for own riding skill level
Follow safe horse handling practices, WHS procedures, and riding etiquette associated with workplace, location and activity
Check and assess riding area for potential hazards and risks, and identify ways to control risks
Select and fit gear according to purpose, features of fit and workplace requirements
Present appropriately tacked-up horse to instructor for riding gear check, prior to mounting
Check and adjust girth and tension once horse has warmed up, and adjust tension as required for particular saddle rigging
Mount horse in a safe and balanced manner as instructed
Ride a horse safely in a controlled manner in walk, trot and canter in a suitable arena and safe open space
Maintain control of horse at walk, trot and canter whilst working around other horses
Ride at a safe distance of two horse lengths from other riders and horses in riding area
Identify the footfalls in all gaits from the saddle and the ground
Rise on the appropriate diagonal in trot
Maintain position during short periods of sitting trot
Strike-off to canter on the nominated lead
Establish and maintain position and nominated gaits as instructed
Report problems and carry out post-exercise care of horses and gear according to stable procedures
Safely negotiate different surfaces and ground conditions
Apply safe riding skills to ride a horse past obstacles
Carry a whip or crop safely to reinforce riding aids
Control riding over poles as instructed
Carry out horse fitness exercise for nominated activity, including warm up, exercise and cool down
Assess and apply the cooling-down needs of the horse
Remove safely, clean and inspect gear before storage
Report condition of gear and horse post-exercise to riding instructor
Report own performance to instructor and obtain feedback
Discuss horse suitability with supervisor to determine suitability for own riding skill level
Follow safe horse handling practices, WHS procedures, and riding etiquette associated with workplace, location and activity
Check and assess riding area for potential hazards and risks, and identify ways to control risks
Select and fit gear according to purpose, features of fit and workplace requirements
Present appropriately tacked-up horse to instructor for riding gear check, prior to mounting
Check and adjust girth and tension once horse has warmed up, and adjust tension as required for particular saddle rigging

Assessment Cover Sheet

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