This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to exercise performance horses under saddle. It involves preparing horses for exercise, riding a horse and leading one or two other horses for exercise while riding, and caring for the horses after work. It addresses potential risks associated with working with and around horses and covers appropriate riding skills, safe horse handling techniques and the use of suitable personal safety equipment.

The unit applies to individuals who are experienced riders and work in performance horse industry sectors in a range of environments. They carry out work under minimal supervision within industry guidelines and may have responsibility for highly valuable animals.

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
Confirm with supervisor work program for selected horses
Select, check and maintain equipment according to workplace procedures
Check for hazards, carry out a pre-activity risk assessment and adjust work plan
Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment (PPE)
Identify individual horse behaviours and suitability to task
Follow stable routine for preparing horses for exercise
Fit working gear to horses according to instructions
Hold reins according to industry standard
Maintain control of horse being ridden in walk, trot and canter
Maintain control of horse being ridden and horse being led in walk, trot and canter
Establish correct positioning of horses being ridden and led
Detect gait issues under saddle, and report according to workplace guidelines
Implement work according to instructions
Comply with relevant rules and regulations, including work health and safety (WHS) and animal welfare
Cool down and care for horses as instructed
Remove working gear, clean, check for signs of wear, and store
Report on work performance according to workplace guidelines

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