This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare the hooves of an equine to address particular needs and fabricate and apply an appropriate action (shoe or hoof protection) to alleviate problems.

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

Workplace 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.

No occupational licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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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
Identify hoof defects or conformation problems that may be fixed or alleviated by a farrier
Determine the types of remedial, orthopaedic or therapeutic shoes or modifications, or hoof protection that may fix or alleviate the problem
Identify potential problems that can be remedied by a farrier
Determine the hoof care needs of foals and young equines
Report conditions requiring higher-level investigation or treatment to other farriers, veterinarians or equine professionals
Review equine symptoms and diagnostic images in consultation with the veterinarian
Determine course of action and establish treatment regimen in consultation with a veterinarian and/or other equine professional
Discuss and assess the implications of proposed actions
Fabricate or modify remedial or orthopaedic and therapeutic shoes and/or other hoof protection products
Handle equines safely and select personal protective equipment according to safe work practices, and monitor behaviour to reduce risks to equine, handlers and self
Trim and prepare hooves in a safe manner without injury to equine
Identify and perform hoof reconstruction procedures according to hoof care plan developed in consultation with veterinarian
Check work to ensure hoof preparation meets quality outcomes
Select tools, equipment and materials required for fitting remedial shoes and/or other hoof protection
Shape, fit and/or adjust remedial shoes and/or other hoof protection according to plan
Fit remedial shoes and/or other hoof protection to fore and hind feet and assess the need for any final adjustments
Make final adjustments to the shape and size of the remedial shoes and/or other hoof protection
Monitor risks and maintain safety of equine, self and others throughout the procedure
Select tools and materials suitable for attaching and clenching shoes or securing other hoof protection
Attach shoe and/or other hoof protection safely, securely and in the correct position
Finish the hoof and assess the finished job and the welfare of the equine
Identify any signs of lameness by trotting the equine in a safe manner
Advise of actions taken and future hoof care requirements
Maintain service records according to workplace practices

Assessment Cover Sheet

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