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Manage reproductive outcomes of stallions and mares

Manage reproductive outcomes of stallions and mares

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRHBR502
State Code
OBB29
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/09/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/11/2019
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
22/11/2019
Nominal Hours
90
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to maximise breeding outcomes through preparing stud stock for breeding, assessing and maximising fertility, responding to foaling problems and emergencies, and managing contracts and leases for breeding stock.This unit is applicable to individuals who have specialised skills, technical and theoretical knowledge, and management responsibilities for the fertility of breeding stock and maximising breeding outcomes for operations within the horse breeding sector.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.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Manage reproductive performance
  • 1.1 Identify and assess risks associated with managing the reproductive outcomes of stallions and mares for the operation, and implement control measures
  • 1.2 Manipulate oestrus to meet breeding program and other requirements
  • 1.3 Provide and adjust appropriate levels of nutrition and exercise as breeding animals are let down from work or brought into optimal breeding condition
  • 1.4 Collect and analyse semen to assess fertility
  • 1.5 Assess breeding health of stud stock and take appropriate action to maximise fertility and breeding performance
  • 1.6 Establish education requirements of stallions and provide additional training by experienced handler according to workplace practices
  • 1.7 Monitor work health and safety and hygiene procedures, and communicate to staff
  • 1.8 Implement biosecurity and infection control procedures to minimise uterine infection and transmission of sexually transmittable infections and diseases for both stallions and mares
  • 1.9 Maintain stud records according to workplace requirements
  • 1.10 Ensure rules of breed registries, relevant equine disciplines and regulatory requirements are adhered to
2. Manage foaling and post-foaling problems
  • 2.1 Ensure staff are briefed on safety and site hygiene procedures relating to foaling and post-foaling procedures
  • 2.2 Ensure resources required to support foaling are clean, hygienic and available prior to foaling, and respond to foaling problems
  • 2.3 Monitor the stages of foaling for signs of problems, and provide obstetrical assistance within critical timeframes
  • 2.4 Monitor health of mares and implement an appropriate treatment program
  • 2.5 Monitor vital signs, general health and behaviour of newborn foals, and seek veterinary assistance where required
  • 2.6 Provide orphaned foals with specialised care and establish fostering arrangements
  • 2.7 Recognise foal neonatal maladjustment syndrome, and implement a care program
3. Negotiate and prepare breeding contracts and leases
  • 3.1 Document requirements of breeding contracts and leasing agreements
  • 3.2 Ensure conditions are agreed to between the parties
  • 3.3 Ensure negotiations conform to established workplace requirements and relevant legislation
  • 3.4 Sign contract or lease document and exchange between parties
  • 3.5 Monitor conditions and obligations, and implement grievance procedures according to contract or lease agreement
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBE99 ACMHBR502 Manage reproductive outcomes of stallions and mares Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BES8 RGR50319 Diploma of Horse Stud Management Qualification