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Introduce horses to lunge exercise

Introduce horses to lunge exercise

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMEQU307
State Code
ODV80
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/02/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/05/2022
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
25/05/2022
Nominal Hours
65
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to introduce a horse, that is inexperienced on the lunge, to lungeing exercises by using techniques, routines and gear to control and direct a horse to lunge calmly.This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction in industries involving horses. They apply knowledge of horse behaviour and technical skills with discretion and judgement to educate horses to lunge calmly in environments that may include round yards and fenced exercise arenas. Commonwealth and state/territory health and safety and animal welfare legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to interacting with horses apply to workers in this industry. Requirements vary between industry sectors and jurisdictions.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, except for the racing industry, where requirements vary between states and territories. Users working in the racing industry are advised to contact the relevant Principal Racing Authority for advice on current requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to introduce a horse to lunge
  • 1.1 Select horse to be introduced to lungeing, and develop a suitable program, in consultation with client or supervisor, if required
  • 1.2 Select suitable lungeing area, identify hazards, and assess and control risks related to educating horse to lunge and lungeing environment
  • 1.3 Select methods and techniques for introducing inexperienced horses to lungeing
  • 1.4 Select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 1.5 Select and check lungeing equipment and fit lungeing gear to horse according to individual horse and training requirements
2. Introduce a horse to lunge
  • 2.1 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour to introduce lungeing to inexperienced horse using clear and appropriate cues with horse
  • 2.2 Introduce horse to lungeing exercise using safe and low stress techniques, using appropriate lunge rein techniques
  • 2.3 Use safe lungeing progression in walk, trot and canter in both directions
  • 2.4 Lunge horse to develop horse suppleness, balance, rhythm and confidence according to lungeing program
  • 2.5 Respond appropriately to horse drifting and falling in or out
  • 2.6 Maintain safe and appropriate position of self in relation to horse throughout lunge session
  • 2.7 Monitor horse behaviour and performance during lungeing, and respond to signs of injury or distress according to workplace procedures
3. Perform post-exercise procedures
  • 3.1 Remove gear from horse and check horse for signs of injury
  • 3.2 Cool down, hose and groom horse after exercise according to horse requirements and workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Record and report on horse performance and irregular horse behaviour, signs of distress or injury during and after exercise
  • 3.4 Check and maintain gear before storage, and report gear quality and maintenance issues according to workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBD54 ACMEQU301 Introduce horses to lunge exercise Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHN7 ACM30821 Certificate III in Horse Care Qualification