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Assess horses for sport or recreational performance

Assess horses for sport or recreational performance

Unit of competency
National Code
SISOEQU012
State Code
BBF43
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/12/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/05/2018
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
18/05/2018
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assess horses for their potential to perform effectively in equestrian sport or recreational riding programs. It requires a fundamental knowledge of horse anatomy and physiology and the impacts of conformation on horse performance.This unit applies to a range of organisations involved in equestrian sport, instructional and recreational riding programs. It applies to experienced senior staff who work autonomously but in consultation with others to acquire, condition and train horses for programs. This can include trainers, guides, trail bosses, instructors and coaches.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify the impact of conformation on horse performance.
  • 1.1. Identify the functions of the respiratory, circulatory, musculoskeletal, digestive, nervous and reproductive systems in horse performance.
  • 1.2. Identify connection between horse conformation, performance and soundness.
2. Assess horse suitability for intended use.
  • 2.1. Identify intended sport or recreational use and performance requirements of horses.
  • 2.2. Use safe practices and follow organisational safety procedures during horse assessment to avoid injury to self, others and horse.
  • 2.3. Examine horses for functional conformation and observe movement.
  • 2.4. Identify functional conformation faults and potential to affect performance of horses.
  • 2.5. Assess suitability of individual horses for different sport or recreational uses according to their conformation and movement.
  • 2.6. Evaluate and complete written reports on performance potential for intended sport or recreational use.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WI690 SISOEQO418 Apply anatomy and physiology to equine performance Unit of competency