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Develop riding skills for jumping racing

Develop riding skills for jumping racing

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRPSH406
State Code
OAA53
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
05/07/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/02/2019
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
08/02/2019
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop riding skills for jumping racing, including selecting and fitting approved gear, assessing features of a jumping track, determining strategies and rules, controlling horses over jumps in all gaits and discussing plans to improve riding performance.The unit applies to individuals who can handle and ride horses safely to develop specialised skills and knowledge for jumping racing. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with applicable state/territory animal welfare and workplace health and safety legislative requirements.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit. Users are advised to check with the relevant Principal Racing Authority (PRA) for current requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Demonstrate riding skills for negotiating basic poles and grids
  • 1.1 Select and fit approved jumping gear and personal protective equipment for riders and nominated horses according to workplace safety procedures
  • 1.2 Determine distances for placement of poles and grids
  • 1.3 Maintain an effective seat in all gaits and required movements in negotiating poles and grids
  • 1.4 Demonstrate control of rhythm, speed, line and balance of horse over poles
2. Demonstrate basic jumping skills in an arena
  • 2.1 Maintain an effective, independent and balanced position in all gaits in basic jumping exercises
  • 2.2 Demonstrate principles of forward movement and straightness, together with correct forward positioning of hands leading to and during jump
  • 2.3 Walk track and determine correct strides into obstacles
  • 2.4 Jump track as planned in line with appropriate workplace health and safety procedures
  • 2.5 Discuss plans for improving jumping performance with instructor
3. Demonstrate riding a jumping track at speed
  • 3.1 Determine rules for horse and rider when jumping
  • 3.2 Assess condition and features of track and position and characteristics of jumps
  • 3.3 Use track characteristics to advantage during jumping efforts
  • 3.4 Control horse during various phases of the jump and jumping track
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6977 RGRPSH406A Develop riding skills for jumping racing Unit of competency