This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to maximise breeding outcomes through preparing stud stock for breeding, assessing and maximising fertility, responding to foaling problems and emergencies, and managing contracts and leases for breeding stock.

This unit is applicable to individuals who have specialised skills, technical and theoretical knowledge, and management responsibilities for the fertility of breeding stock and maximising breeding outcomes for operations within the horse breeding sector.

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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Identify and assess risks associated with managing the reproductive outcomes of stallions and mares for the operation, and implement control measures
Manipulate oestrus to meet breeding program and other requirements
Provide and adjust appropriate levels of nutrition and exercise as breeding animals are let down from work or brought into optimal breeding condition
Collect and analyse semen to assess fertility
Assess breeding health of stud stock and take appropriate action to maximise fertility and breeding performance
Establish education requirements of stallions and provide additional training by experienced handler according to workplace practices
Monitor work health and safety and hygiene procedures and communicate to staff
Maintain stud records according to workplace requirements
Ensure rules of breed registries, relevant equine disciplines and regulatory requirements are adhered to
Ensure staff are briefed on safety procedures relating to foaling and post-foaling procedures
Ensure resources required to support foaling are clean, hygienic and available prior to foaling, and respond to foaling problems
Monitor the stages of foaling for signs of problems, and provide obstetrical assistance within critical timeframes
Monitor health of mares and implement an appropriate treatment program
Monitor vital signs, general health and behaviour of newborn foals and seek veterinary assistance where required
Provide orphaned foals with specialised care and establish fostering arrangements
Recognise foal neonatal maladjustment syndrome and implement a care program on advice of veterinarian
Document requirements of breeding contracts and leasing agreements
Ensure conditions are agreed to between the parties
Ensure negotiations conform to established workplace requirements and relevant legislation
Sign contract or lease document and exchange between parties
Monitor conditions and obligations, and implement grievance procedures according to contract or lease agreement

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