This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to direct, assist and oversee others to identify and safely catch, control and handle horses.

The unit applies to individuals who have experience handling horses and who work under broad direction, using both practical skills and specialised knowledge of safe horse handling techniques, within the harness or thoroughbred racing industry codes.

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
Determine competence of other workers with regard to handling individual horses
Follow workplace health and safety practices for matching the skills and experience of handlers to task and horses
Explain and demonstrate use of personal protective equipment and different gear to control and handle horses
Provide opportunities for practice and skill development for inexperienced staff according to workplace training processes
Assess hazards and potential risks to self, others and the horse in catching and handling horses, and take steps to minimise
Delegate tasks according to current competence and animal and staff welfare
Direct others regarding catching, controlling and general handling of horses according to stable procedures
Provide assistance to others in identifying and handling horses

Assessment Cover Sheet

RGRPSH302 - Supervise handling of horses

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Assessment Record Sheet

RGRPSH302 - Supervise handling of horses

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