This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide advice on horses to be transitioned for new purposes or new environments. The unit applies to all breeds of horses and disciplines and has particular relevance to racehorses and performance horses.

The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They complete routine activities dealing with predictable and unpredictable problems relating to their work with horses.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory animal welfare and health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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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
Interpret regulatory requirements and industry codes of practice or rules that relate to horse transition programs
Investigate the range and availability of horse transitioning, re-education and associated services
Investigate horse background and breeding to assist in making informed decisions regarding transition and rehoming of horses
Advise current owners on options and types of programs for transitioning their horses to new purposes and/or environments, and approximate costs
Discuss humane options for dealing with horses that are deemed unsuitable to transition to a new purpose or environment
Advise potential new owners of the processes, responsibilities and estimated costs involved in owning a horse
Provide accurate, factual information on horses available for transitioning or rehoming
Investigate the horse knowledge, skills and experience of the potential new owner, and discuss the suitability of the person and horse match according to duty of care requirements
Assist new owner with information about horse purchasing and/or handover arrangements
Clarify individual responsibilities and options for returning the horse once horse has been transitioned to new owner or career
Establish arrangements and provide follow-up support to new owners during settling period according to agreed arrangement
Discuss responsibilities of transitioned horse ownership, including care, welfare and ongoing education requirements, with new owner
Respond professionally to situations relating to problems or concerns with the horse, including potential return situations
Obtain, record and review feedback on transitioned horse to improve organisational practices

Assessment Cover Sheet

RGRPSH425 - Advise on transitioning and rehoming horses

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