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RGRHBR307 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Carry out procedures for foaling down mares

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency RGRHBR307 - Carry out procedures for foaling down mares
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor mares and their newborn at foaling; and refer high risk issues or problems for expert advice.The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They complete routine activities and work in a range of known contexts within horse breeding and other horse industry 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
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for foaling
  • Calculate and document foaling due dates for all mares confirmed pregnant
  • Assess and monitor condition and health status of pregnant mare prior to foaling, including arranging for Caslick to be opened for relevant mares
  • Identify hazards and assess and control risks in assisting with birthing, and follow safe work and safe horse handling practices
  • Check and prepare birthing equipment, resources and materials, and environment, including personal protective equipment for safety and infection control purposes
  • Move mares to an area where intervention can be carried out with minimal disruption and where biosecurity and quarantine procedures can be implemented
  • Prepare a foaling plan according to workplace practices
       
Element: Monitor the foaling process
  • Make regular observations to detect the signs of imminent parturition
  • Prepare a pregnant mare for foaling
  • Check regularly for signs of problems that may occur during foaling, and seek professional advice if required
  • Make regular observations of mare and foal during foaling
  • Ensure the foaling environment, facilities and equipment are maintained in a safe, hygienic and operational state
  • Update and maintain records of foaling and foaling outcomes
       
Element: Carry out monitoring after foal has been born
  • Allow mare to lie and rest for as long as possible
  • Allow the foal to stand to break the umbilical cord, and treat stump with iodine
  • Assist with tying the placenta after the mare stands and checking for expulsion
  • Examine the placenta to ensure no part of it has been retained
  • Monitor the mare and foal for nursing and general health
  • Maintain foaling environment, facilities and equipment in a safe, hygienic and operational state, and report or fix faults
  • Update foaling records accurately according to workplace practices
       
Element: Monitor and report on newborn foals
  • Monitor and report on the health of newborn foal
  • Record the markings and other identifying features of newly born foals
  • Report conditions or signs of ill health requiring veterinary assistance
  • Calculate and document foaling due dates for all mares confirmed pregnant
  • Assess and monitor condition and health status of pregnant mare prior to foaling, including arranging for Caslick to be opened for relevant mares
  • Identify hazards and assess and control risks in assisting with birthing, and follow safe work and safe horse handling practices
  • Check and prepare birthing equipment, resources and materials, and environment, including personal protective equipment for safety and infection control purposes
  • Move mares to an area where intervention can be carried out with minimal disruption and where biosecurity and quarantine procedures can be implemented
  • Prepare a foaling plan according to workplace practices
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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
Calculate and document foaling due dates for all mares confirmed pregnant 
Assess and monitor condition and health status of pregnant mare prior to foaling, including arranging for Caslick to be opened for relevant mares 
Identify hazards and assess and control risks in assisting with birthing, and follow safe work and safe horse handling practices 
Check and prepare birthing equipment, resources and materials, and environment, including personal protective equipment for safety and infection control purposes 
Move mares to an area where intervention can be carried out with minimal disruption and where biosecurity and quarantine procedures can be implemented 
Prepare a foaling plan according to workplace practices 
Make regular observations to detect the signs of imminent parturition 
Prepare a pregnant mare for foaling 
Check regularly for signs of problems that may occur during foaling, and seek professional advice if required 
Make regular observations of mare and foal during foaling 
Ensure the foaling environment, facilities and equipment are maintained in a safe, hygienic and operational state 
Update and maintain records of foaling and foaling outcomes 
Allow mare to lie and rest for as long as possible 
Allow the foal to stand to break the umbilical cord, and treat stump with iodine 
Assist with tying the placenta after the mare stands and checking for expulsion 
Examine the placenta to ensure no part of it has been retained 
Monitor the mare and foal for nursing and general health 
Maintain foaling environment, facilities and equipment in a safe, hygienic and operational state, and report or fix faults 
Update foaling records accurately according to workplace practices 
Monitor and report on the health of newborn foal 
Record the markings and other identifying features of newly born foals 
Report conditions or signs of ill health requiring veterinary assistance 
Calculate and document foaling due dates for all mares confirmed pregnant 
Assess and monitor condition and health status of pregnant mare prior to foaling, including arranging for Caslick to be opened for relevant mares 
Identify hazards and assess and control risks in assisting with birthing, and follow safe work and safe horse handling practices 
Check and prepare birthing equipment, resources and materials, and environment, including personal protective equipment for safety and infection control purposes 
Move mares to an area where intervention can be carried out with minimal disruption and where biosecurity and quarantine procedures can be implemented 
Prepare a foaling plan according to workplace practices 

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