This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to evaluate a range of ailments and diseases that could occur in horses and describe their impact on other body systems and the health of horses.

The unit applies to individuals who have responsibility for providing health care to ensure the wellbeing and efficient physiological function of horses within the equine industry.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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
Describe the characteristics and location of horse structures using anatomical features
Locate and explain anatomical orientation to the position of structures in horses
Identify and describe the structure and function of cellular biology and its relationship to growth, injury, healing and repair
Identify and describe the structures and functions of the integumentary system
Identify and describe the structures and functions of the musculoskeletal system
Identify and describe the structures and functions of the respiratory system
Identify and describe the structures and functions of the cardiovascular system
Identify and describe the structures and functions of the digestive system
Identify and describe the structures and functions of the reproductive system
Identify and describe the structures and functions of the nervous and endocrine systems
Identify and describe the structures and functions of the immune systems
Identify and describe the structures and functions of the hepatic system
Identify and describe the structures and functions of the urinary system
Relate temperature regulation to the overall health and wellbeing of horses
Relate horse behaviour to symptoms of disease, illness or injury
Relate horse treatment of disease, illness or injury to health care priorities
Make treatment priority decisions based on animal welfare needs and the potential ongoing impact of ailments or disease

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