Assessor Resource
RGRROP403
Perform duties of farrier at race meetings
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide routine and emergency race meeting farrier services. It requires knowledge of horse behaviour in high-pressure racing environments, safe handling techniques and applicable rules of racing.
The unit applies to individuals who perform farrier duties at harness or thoroughbred race meetings. The scope of duties of a race meeting farrier may vary between codes and from state to state.
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 licence or registration requirements.
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