This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to ride horses atwalk, trot and canter to a fundamental skill level.

Horses are only ridden in fenced arenas. During all activities, riders are under the direct instruction of qualified instructors who are proficient riders.

This unit applies to individuals who are new and or inexperienced horse riders and who are developing their initial riding skills. They would progressively develop additional riding skills required for work, recreational or competitive activities after achieving the foundation competency described by this unit.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative 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
Assess, with instructor, horse behaviour and suitability for riding activity and own skill level.
Assess, with instructor, level of horse education and suitability for riding activity and own skill level.
Discuss and identify, with instructor, potential hazards and associated risks for riding environment, weather, horse and riding activity.
Confirm activity safety and emergency response procedures to ensure compliance during horse handling and riding activities.
Check condition of assigned horse, report any signs of illness or injury, select grooming equipment and groom before fitting tack.
Select tack and personal equipment to match riding conditions, and check it is in safe working condition.
Fit and adjust tack and personal equipment to self and horse to ensure comfort and safety.
Present horse and self to instructor for check prior to mounting.
Follow all instructions and safety directions to control horse throughout riding activities.
Mount horse safely and to ensure balance; check and adjust equipment as required.
Interpret behavioural signals, use positive body language and aids to direct, communicate with and control horse.
Use upright seat to walk, trot and canter horse calmly and maintain rider balance throughout.
Control horse line of direction and speed at halt, walk, trot and canter.
Ride horse under control in a group and alone, through a range of movements.
Control horse line of direction and speed to safely approach and avoid hazards.
Maintain safe zones and communication protocols during group riding activities.
Dismount horse safely to ensure balance, lead horse, ensuring safety of horse and self.
Remove equipment from horse according to organisational safety procedures.
Cool horse down as necessary.
Release horse to enclosure according to organisational safety procedures.
Check equipment for wear or breakage, and report any faults.
Evaluate riding skills after each ride and discuss techniques and adherence to safety requirements with instructor.
Identify improvements for future activities.

Assessment Cover Sheet

SISOEQU002 - Ride horses using fundamental skills

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Assessment Record Sheet

SISOEQU002 - Ride horses using fundamental skills

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