This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work under direction and follow instructions to safely prepare horses for road transportation; load and unload horses; monitor horse health, welfare and behaviour during transportation; and conduct post-transport procedures.

The unit applies to stablehands, strappers, trainers and others authorised to assist with the transportation of horses, and who operate in work environments of racing stables, racecourses and public areas.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with applicable state/territory animal welfare and workplace health and safety legislative requirements.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit. Users are advised to check with the relevant Principal Racing Authority (PRA) for current 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
Check and clarify supervisor instructions for tasks requiring the loading, unloading and transporting of horses
Check for hazards and identify and raise with supervisor potential safety risks to handler and horse when loading and unloading
Organise gear and equipment required for transporting racing horses, including personal protective equipment, and check for defects
Fit gear to horse correctly prior to loading under supervision
Check and prepare racing horses correctly for transport, according to instructions and within nominated timeframe
Load or unload horses to be transported safely according to instructions under supervision
Position horses according to individual horse requirements and transport configurations
Apply procedures and follow instructions for dealing with difficult situations in loading and unloading
Refer difficulties in loading and unloading to supervisor
Inspect horses and report on how well the horse travelled and signs of illness or injury to supervisor
Care for horses according to supervisor’s instructions
Check transport vehicle or float for gear and equipment and assist with clean-up

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