Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify and catch, control and lead a horse.
- Use features to correctly identify horses within a working environment.
- Consider behaviour and level of training of horse prior to handling.
- Identify and adjust to influencing factors which affect the senses, communication traits and behaviour patterns of horses.
- Approach and catch selected horse using appropriate gear, and handle, lead and control in a safe manner.
- Assist with the transportation of horses.
- Check towing vehicle and float for safety, suitability and compliance with road transport regulations.
- Correctly position vehicle and float for loading and unloading.
- Prepare horses for transport and apply protective equipment.
- Load or unload horses in a calm and humane manner, in accordance with instructions.
- Apply correct procedures, under supervision, for dealing with difficult situations in loading and unloading, including procedures for securing and restraining horses.
- Correctly report incidents, equipment defects, procedural problems and animal behaviour during transportation.