Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

RGRHBR201 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assist with oestrus detection in mares

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RGRHBR201 - Assist with oestrus detection in mares
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with teasing and detecting oestrus in mares, supporting veterinary inspection, and preparing and cleaning the work area.The unit applies to individuals who carry out work under routine supervision within organisation guidelines, exercising limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context within horse breeding environments.No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Work health and safety and animal welfare legislation relevant to interacting with horses applies to workers in this industry. Requirements vary between industry sectors and state/territory jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant authority for specific requirements.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Assist with teasing process
  • Identify and minimise risks relating to safe handling of mares, with and without foals at foot, including referring to workplace records or tags for information about horses
  • Monitor mares for oestrus and record or report information
  • Catch and present mares to the teaser, under supervision, to determine if they are in oestrus
  • Move mares in oestrus, with and without foals at foot, safely to holding area
  • Restrain mares to minimise stress and discomfort for teasing while ensuring safety of handlers and others
  • Provide assistance with the hygienic preparation of equipment
  • Select, correctly fit and maintain suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing
       
Element: Support veterinary inspection of oestrus cycle and pregnancy detection
  • Identify and place mares in crush for veterinary examination, ensuring foals, if present, are appropriately controlled
  • Hold mare and prepare for rectal examination and scanning
  • Record details of mare examination and status of cycle according to workplace practices
       
Element: Clean work area and equipment
  • Dispose of waste according to recommended hygiene standards and environmental policy
  • Clean work area and equipment to industry standards, and return to operating order
  • Return horses safely to designated area
  • Clean restraints and harnesses, and return to safe and operational order
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify and minimise risks relating to safe handling of mares, with and without foals at foot, including referring to workplace records or tags for information about horses 
Monitor mares for oestrus and record or report information 
Catch and present mares to the teaser, under supervision, to determine if they are in oestrus 
Move mares in oestrus, with and without foals at foot, safely to holding area 
Restrain mares to minimise stress and discomfort for teasing while ensuring safety of handlers and others 
Provide assistance with the hygienic preparation of equipment 
Select, correctly fit and maintain suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing 
Identify and place mares in crush for veterinary examination, ensuring foals, if present, are appropriately controlled 
Hold mare and prepare for rectal examination and scanning 
Record details of mare examination and status of cycle according to workplace practices 
Dispose of waste according to recommended hygiene standards and environmental policy 
Clean work area and equipment to industry standards, and return to operating order 
Return horses safely to designated area 
Clean restraints and harnesses, and return to safe and operational order 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

RGRHBR201 - Assist with oestrus detection in mares
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