Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 8:55 PM AWST
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Work effectively as a farrier
Work effectively as a farrier
Unit of competency
National Code
ACMFAR302
ACMFAR302
State Code
BBE06
BBE06
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2018
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
20/06/2018
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to effectively plan and complete daily work activities as a farrier, according to industry guidelines and regulations. The unit applies to individuals who have a moderate level of experience in handling equines and who use specialised knowledge and technical skills to perform farriery services across different equine industry sectors.No occupational 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.NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Work within industry guidelines, codes of practice and regulations
- 1.1 Identify standards and codes of practice for employment as a farrier
- 1.2 Identify the characteristics of equine industries and the relationship between industry sector rules and farriery services
- 1.3 Identify key industry personnel, their roles and functions
- 1.4 Comply with duty of care, confidentiality, security and professional standards
- 1.5 Maintain knowledge of relevant industry codes of practice, including animal welfare and managing risks when interacting with horses and other equines in the workplace
2. Communicate effectively
- 2.1 Use appropriate communication methods to respond to enquiries and communicate with others
- 2.2 Use communication technology and appropriate communication techniques to clarify information to implement agreed outcomes or undertake tasks
3. Obtain and document information
- 3.1 Find and interpret information in relation to the task or enquiry
- 3.2 Document information, activities, timelines and resource use for tasks
4. Follow work health and safety procedures
- 4.1 Select and use personal protective equipment according to the type of worksite activities undertaken, and ensure correct procedures for maintenance and storage
- 4.2 Foster behaviour that contributes to a safe work environment, and report identified hazards
- 4.3 Check all safety equipment consistent with manufacturer recommendations
- 4.4 Assess hazards and potential risks to self, others and equines, and take actions to control or report if beyond own control or authority
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D3887 | ACMFAR302A | Work effectively as a farrier in the equine industries | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAL34 | ACMFAR406 | Work effectively in the farriery industry | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDN8 | ACM30517 | Certificate III in Farriery | Qualification |