This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to respond to emergencies across a broad spectrum of situations and incidents, and to apply first aid to equines.

The unit applies to individuals who use specialised knowledge and technical skills to perform farriery services across different equine industry sectors.

No occupational licensing 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
Perform regular checks of the workplace to identify hazards and assess and control risks
Take action to maximise safety and control health hazards and risks in the workplace
Identify and evaluate options for action in case of emergency situations
Interpret and carry out workplace emergency procedures
Apply work health and safety (WHS) procedures and safe work practices to the selection of personal protective equipment (PPE) to suit the emergency situation
Store and maintain safety equipment and aids for emergencies
Report or document near misses and hazards
Minimise fire hazards in the workplace as specified in hazardous fuelling procedures
Identify appropriate fire extinguishers and firefighting equipment for use in fire situations, and notify authorities according to workplace procedures
Follow evacuation procedures and assemble at nominated assembly points
Carry out specific safety procedures for handling and use of industrial gases
Identify and assess emergency situations and potential emergency situations
Seek advice from relevant people in evaluating the emergency
Monitor and evaluate the possible development of the emergency and further potential hazards
Prioritise emergency needs promptly and accurately, including needs for assistance
Implement the plan of action using techniques appropriate to the situation, available resources and abilities
Establish and implement strategies for group control, including removal of personnel, clients, animals and others from danger
Operate equipment safely and, where necessary, improvise equipment and techniques
Monitor constantly the condition of all staff, animals and others
Change the plan of action to accommodate changes insituational variables
Acquire and document information to assist emergency services
Notify emergency services according to emergency procedures
Demonstrate casualty evacuation methods as relevant to the context
Implement organisation procedures and policies in the event of a major injury or death
Minimise immediate risk to self and health and safety of casualty by isolating the hazard
Make a basic assessment of casualty injuries and vital signs, and need for first aid assistance
Reassure the casualty in a caring and calm manner and make casualty comfortable using available resources
Seek first aid assistance from others according to emergency procedures
Recognise and reportsigns of common equine illnesses or diseases
Recognise and reportindicators of abnormal system function and vital signs of equines
Calm and restrain equine prior to first aid assessment using safe handling techniques
Follow first aid policy and procedures with respect to obligations of owners, regulations and duty of care
Apply principles of first aid procedures relating to injury or accident
Follow and contribute to a policy and system of referral of injury treatment and emergency care

Assessment Cover Sheet

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