This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to schedule transport; organise staff, equipment and horses; and monitor transport arrangements.

The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction using practical skills and specialised knowledge of safe horse handling and transportation, within a racing workplace.

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 may 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
Prepare calendar of events requiring horse transportation in line with workplace requirements
Investigate destinations, including distance, route and venue requirements
Calculate numbers of horses and approximate load capacities for relevant destinations to determine type of vehicle or carrier required
Book workplace vehicle or external carrier, after confirming costs, conditions and insurance arrangements
Arrange schedules to minimise health and safety risks associated with transporting horses and optimise horses' preparedness to race or trial
Identify and comply with workplace health and safety, animal welfare and biosecurity requirements associated with transporting horses
Document transport arrangements, including horse identification details, pickup and delivery times, and any special requirements for long haul journeys according to workplace procedures
Roster employees to have horses ready to travel to and from race or trial event
Notify required personnel of pickup and return times and any special requirements for individual horses, including for poor travellers and difficult loaders
Notify personnel of required equipment and resources to be transported with horses
Coordinate movement of horses to loading area, confirm horse identification and equipment to be loaded, and oversee loading of horses
Ensure completion and accuracy of relevant documentation according to workplace and regulatory requirements
Communicate regularly with staff and/or contractors to confirm clarity and understanding of arrangements
Follow up with staff and/or contractors to identify any issues relating to transporting horses
Report incidents or procedural problems in transportation according to workplace procedures
Report horse behaviour or welfare problems related to transportation promptly to relevant personnel

Assessment Cover Sheet

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