1. Identify physical features of racehorses
   • Describe key features used to identify racehorses, including body type, height, colour and markings, using racing industry terminology
   • Recognise individual racehorse features using racing industry standards, terminology, microchips, brands and registration documentation
2. Apply knowledge of racehorse behaviour
   • Describe common behaviours of racehorses and identify common and specific causes of those behaviours
   • Observe and interpret basic body language and common behaviours of racehorses in different situations
   • Identify responses of different horses to a range of different handling cues
   • Identify areas of personal risk and risks to horses and others, in various environments, including stables and training and racetracks
   • Interpret and respond appropriately to horse body language and behaviours and maintain awareness of all horses at all times
3. Safely approach, catch and lead racehorses
   • Check and clarify supervisor instructions for tasks involving approaching, catching and leading racehorses, including raising safety risks or concerns
   • Identify known temperament, behaviour and level of education of racehorses prior to handling
   • Assess risks associated with catching and leading a variety of racehorses in different environments
   • Identify, select and correctly fit appropriate horse gear and personal protective equipment for catching and leading racehorses
   • Approach, catch and lead racehorses using safe handling practices and body language that minimises adverse horse reactions
4. Select and correctly fit gear for trackwork
   • Select and correctly fit appropriate personal protective equipment
   • Identify and selectgear for relevant racing code, and check for wear
   • Prepare horses for trackwork, including grooming and checking shoes and general health of horse
   • Fit horses with nominated approved gear within industry standard timeframes and prepare for work
   • Remove, check, clean and store gear according to stable procedures
5. Control racehorses in training at stables and trackwork
   • Assess risks associated with handling racehorses in public areas
   • Use safe leading, holding and controlling techniques for racehorses according to industry practices and animal welfare principles
   • Lead horses into cross ties and confined spaces, and secure using safe handling techniques
   • Carry out post-trackwork procedures safely according to supervisor's instructions
   • Minimise risk to self and others around racehorses in stables and trackwork environments

This section specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.