Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to drive
- Confirm exercise instructions with trainer
- Confirm designated exercise areas and track are free from hazards and obstacles and report any issues according to workplace policies and procedures
- Confirm selected gear for slow exercise is in good working condition according to workplace procedures
- Prepare horse for slow exercise according to trainer instructions
- Drive and control horse safely
- Keep horses under control at walk and trot pace, when alone and in company
- Drive horses within safe zones for driving in company
- Identify potential hazards and take appropriate action to reduce impact
- Consider safety of horse, driver and other horses and drivers in the vicinity when driving
- Confirm exercise instructions with trainer
- Confirm designated exercise areas and track are free from hazards and obstacles and report any issues according to workplace policies and procedures
- Confirm selected gear for slow exercise is in good working condition according to workplace procedures
- Prepare horse for slow exercise according to trainer instructions