22186VIC Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision)
22186VIC
Certificate IV in Horse Breeding
(Stud Supervision)
This course has been accredited under Parts 4.4 and 4.6 of the
Education and Training Reform Act 2006. It has been entered
on the State Register of Accredited Courses and Recognised
Qualifications and the www.training.gov.au (TGA) website.
Accredited for the period: 1 January 2012 to 31 December 2016
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Table of Contents
Section A: Copyright and course classification information ..................................................... 4
1. Copyright owner of the course........................................................................................... 4
2. Address ................................................................................................................................ 4
3. Type of submission ............................................................................................................. 4
4. Copyright acknowledgement.............................................................................................. 4
5. Licensing and franchise...................................................................................................... 5
6. Course accrediting body..................................................................................................... 5
7. AVETMISS information........................................................................................................ 5
8. Period of accreditation........................................................................................................ 5
Section B: Course information .................................................................................................... 6
1. Nomenclature ...................................................................................................................... 6
1.1 Name of the qualification .................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Nominal duration of the course .......................................................................................... 6
2. Vocational or educational outcomes of the course .......................................................... 6
3. Development of the course................................................................................................. 6
3.1 Industry /enterprise/ community needs ............................................................................. 6
3.2 Review for re-accreditation................................................................................................. 8
4. Course outcomes ................................................................................................................ 8
4.1 Qualification level ................................................................................................................ 8
4.2 Employability skills ............................................................................................................. 9
4.3 Recognition given to the course (if applicable)............................................................... 10
4.4 Licensing/ regulatory requirements (if applicable) ......................................................... 10
5. Course rules ...................................................................................................................... 10
5.1 Course structure................................................................................................................ 10
5.2 Entry requirements............................................................................................................ 11
6. Assessment ....................................................................................................................... 11
6.1 Assessment strategy ........................................................................................................ 12
6.2 Assessor competencies.................................................................................................... 13
7. Delivery .............................................................................................................................. 14
7.1 Delivery modes .................................................................................................................. 14
7.2 Resources .......................................................................................................................... 14
8. Pathways and articulation ................................................................................................ 15
9. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation ................................................................................ 16
Section C: Units of Competency................................................................................................ 17
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Section A: Copyright and course classification information
1. Copyright owner of
the course
Copyright of this document is held by the Department of Education and
Early Childhood Development, Victoria.
© State of Victoria
Day to day contact:
Primary Industries Curriculum Maintenance Manager (PICMM)
CMM No. 5133
Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE
Yarra Bend Road
Fairfield Victoria 3078
Email: kateb-rd@nmit.vic.edu.au
Telephone: (03) 9269 1391
Facsimile: (03) 9269 8810
2. Address
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Executive Director
Pathways Participation and Youth
PO Box 266
Melbourne VIC 3001
3. Type of submission
The Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision) is a new
qualification.
4. Copyright
acknowledgement
Copyright of this material is reserved to the Crown in the right of the
State of Victoria.
© State of Victoria (Department of Education and Early Childhood
Development) 2011.
The following units of competency have been imported from 22139VIC
Diploma of Horse Breeding (Stud Management) administered by Skills
Victoria, Department of Education and Early Childhood, Victoria:
VU20499 Implement and monitor horse nutrition program
VU20500 Manage OHS procedures and environmental work practice.
The following units of competency have been imported from the AHC10
Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management
Training Package administered by the Commonwealth of Australia.
© Commonwealth of Australia:
AHCCHM201A Apply chemicals under supervision
AHCHBR202A Handle young horses
AHCHBR306A Prevent and treat equine injury and disease
AHCCHM303A Prepare and apply chemicals
AHCHBR303A Carry out mare mating or artificial insemination
procedures
AHCHBR305A Handle and care for stallions
AHCLSK330A Implement procedures for foaling down mares
AHCAIS401A Supervise artificial breeding and/or embryo transfer
programs
AHCBAC401A Manage pastures for livestock production
AHCBIO403A Plan and implement a biosecurity program
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AHCBUS404A Operate within a budget framework
AHCCHM402A Plan and implement a chemical use program
AHCHBR401A Carry out stud stable management duties
AHCHBR402A Supervise raising young horses
AHCMOM402A Supervise maintenance of property machinery and
equipment
AHCWRK403A Supervise work routines and staff performance
Apart from any use permitted under the Copyright Act 1968 it is not to
be used for commercial use or sale.
5. Licensing and
franchise
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivs
3.0 Australia licence (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/bynd/3.0/au/). You are free to use, copy and distribute to anyone in its
original form as long as you attribute the, Department of Education and
Early Childhood Development as the author, and you license any
derivative work you make available under the same licence
Copies of this publication can be downloaded free of charge from the
Training Support Network website:
http://trainingsupport.skills.vic.gov.au
6. Course accrediting
body
Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA)
Level 6, 35 Spring Street
Melbourne Victoria 3000
Telephone: (03) 9637 2806
Website : http://www.vrqa.vic.gov.au/
7. AVETMISS information
Classification codes for:
ANZSCO [Australian and New Zealand
Standard Classification of Occupations]
ANZSIC code
(Australia and New Zealand Standard
Industrial Classification – industry type)
8. Period of
accreditation
121316 Horse Breeder
A0152 Horse Farming
ASCED Code – 4 digit
(Field of Education)
0501 Agriculture
National course code
To be provided by the
VRQA once the course
is accredited
1 January 2012 to 31 December 2016
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Section B: Course information
1. Nomenclature
Standard 1 for Accredited Courses
1.1 Name of the qualification
Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision)
1.2 Nominal duration of the
course
2. Vocational or educational
outcomes of the course
680-750 hrs
3. Development of the course
Standards 1and 2 for Accredited Courses
3.1 Industry /enterprise/
community needs
This course has been developed on behalf of Skills Victoria,
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, and
is supported by the horse breeding and racing industries,
represented by the Industry Training Advisory Boards of Racing
Victoria and Primary Skills Victoria.
Standard 1 for Accredited Courses
The Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision) provides
graduates with the skills and knowledge they require to supervise
horse breeding activities. Their duties may include: supervising
horse production and physical and natural resources; business
administration; staff supervision and training; preparation of horses
for sale.
During the reaccreditation of the 22139VIC Diploma of Horse
Breeding (Stud Management) in 2010, industry identified the need
for a Certificate IV as a distinct vocational outcome for a supervisor
in horse breeding establishments. A supervisor role requires solid
practical skills and experience working with horses.
The course supports the Securing Jobs for Your Future - Skills for
Victoria strategy for higher level technical skills, building on prior
qualifications and life long learning
The horse industry is the fourth largest industry in Australia behind
mining, tourism and hospitality. It is multi-disciplined and
represents a variety of activities including primary production, sport
(e.g. performance horses, thoroughbred and standardbred racing)
and recreational interests. These activities are dependent on a
high quality, professional breeding sector.
The majority of horses bred in Australia are for racing. Almost
70% of expenditure on breeding is associated with thoroughbred
and standardbred horses. There has been a steady increase in
the breeding of performance horses in Australia for competition in
Olympic disciplines evidenced by a 59% increase in the number of
horses registered by Equestrian Australia. It is estimated that the
horse industry contributes approximately $8 billion to Australia’s
gross national product (Australian Racing Fact Book 2010).
The Horse Research and Development Plan 2006-2011 produced
by the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation
provides the following indicative allocation of research and
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development funding and the importance of these areas is
reflected in the course:
• reduce the incidence and impact of diseases and parasites in
horses 30%
• reduce injury and breakdown of horses in work and training
30%
• improve productivity in breeding 15%
• improve the safety of industry participants and the welfare of
horses, and enhance the environmental sustainability of the
industry 19%
• promote the quality, quantity and effective communication of
R&D for the horse industry 15%.
Australian Bureau of Statistics data for Agricultural Commodities
as of 30 June 2007 provides a useful snapshot of the horse
farming industry in Australia. Key findings are:
• 25% of horse farming enterprises are located in Victoria; 87%
are located in NSW, Vic and Qld combined
• 53% of horse farming enterprises are under 50 hectares
• there are more horse farming establishments in Australia than
the number of poultry (meat and egg), pig, deer and bee
keeping establishments combined
• horse farming is only exceeded by beef, sheep and dairy
farming.
The AHC10 Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land
Management Training Package includes a horse breeding
qualification at the Certificate III level but higher level qualifications
in agriculture are generic and as such do not address the
specialist horse specific skills required by the horse breeding
industry. Horse breeding is different from other areas of livestock
production because the live horse is the desired end product.
Other livestock operations, such as sheep and cattle farming,
generally milk or slaughter their animals to reach the end product.
The vocational group who is expected to make use of the course is
diverse and will move into direct employment within a range of
horse studs and other horse related occupations, sometimes on a
seasonal basis. Others move into further study in either diploma
or higher education qualifications.
It is estimated that enrolments in the course will be approximately
30 students in the first year and will continue at the same level or
show incremental growth.
A course steering committee was established to advise on the
development of this course.
Members of the steering committee were:
Christine Nevill
Alan Morton
Natalie Welsh
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Gaye Gauci
Natalie Wright-Boyd
Rod Thirkell-Johnson
Greg Hallihan
Nat’l Centre for Equine Education
Racing Victoria
Racing Industry Standing Committee
Agrifood Skills Australia
Primary Skills Victoria
Christine Nevill, Alan Morton, Rod Thirkell-Johnson and Greg
Hallihan were members of the steering committee for the
development of the 22139VIC Diploma of Horse Breeding (Stud
Management).
The Project Manager was Kate Bryce, Primary Industries
Curriculum Maintenance Manager, Northern Melbourne Institute of
TAFE.
Consultation with key industry representatives confirmed the need
for this course. Letters of support for the course have been
received from the following organisations (see Appendix 3 –
Letters of Support):
• Arthur Blewitt, AgriFood Skills Australia
• Susan Harrison, Racing Victoria.
A skills and knowledge survey was received from 16 industry
representatives that included thoroughbred and performance
breeders. The survey identified skill and knowledge areas as
critical or very important (see Appendix 4 – Skills and Knowledge
Survey for a summary). Examples include:
• care of brood mares
• servicing of mares
• foaling
• horse care and handling
• growth and development of young horses.
Please refer to the appendices for:
Appendix 1 - Minutes of Steering Committee Meetings
Appendix 2 - Signed Course Contents Endorsement forms
Appendix 3 - Letters of support
Appendix 4 – Summary of skills and knowledge survey
3.2 Review for re-accreditation
Standards 1 and 2 for Accredited Courses
Not applicable
4. Course outcomes
Standards 1, 2 and 3 for Accredited Courses
4.1 Qualification level
The Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision) is
consistent with AQF Certificate IV as defined in the AQF
Implementation Handbook.
Knowledge
Graduates will have broad factual, technical and theoretical
knowledge in a specialized field of work and learning such as in
the anatomy and physiology of equine reproduction.
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Skills
Graduates will have:
• cognitive skills to identify, analyse, compare and act on
information from a range of sources such as planning and
implementing an equine health program
• cognitive, technical and communication skills to apply and
communicate technical solutions of a non-routine or
contingency nature to a defined range of predictable and
unpredictable problems such as the foaling down of mares
• specialist technical skills to complete routine and non-routine
tasks and functions such as implementing a pasture
management program
• communication skills to guide activities and provide technical
advice in the area of work and learning requiring the
preparation and presentation of information that is readily
accessible to management and operators.
Application of knowledge and skills
Graduates will demonstrate the application of knowledge and
skills:
• to specialised tasks or functions in known or changing
contexts such as implementing a nutrition program for horses
of various ages and breeding status
• with responsibility for own functions and outputs, and may
have limited responsibility for organisation of others such as
supervising staff work schedules with limited responsibility for
the quantity and quality of output of others in a team within
limited parameters such as supervising others in the use of
chemicals.
4.2 Employability skills
Standard 4 for Accredited Courses
Communication
Reading and interpreting workplace related documentation
Interpreting the needs of internal/external customers
Applying numeracy skills to workplace requirements
Teamwork
Working with diverse individuals and groups
Applying knowledge of own role as a part of a team
Applying teamwork skills to a range of situations
Problem solving
Developing practical and creative solutions to workplace
problems
Showing interdependence and initiative in identifying problems
Applying a range of strategies in problem solving
Initiative and enterprise
Being creative in response to workplace challenges
Identifying opportunities that might not be obvious to others
Generating a range of options in response to workplace
matters
Planning and organisation
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Collecting, analysing and organising information
Being appropriately resourceful
Taking initiative and making decisions within workplace role
Self-management
Monitoring and evaluating own performance
Taking responsibility at the appropriate level
Learning
Being open to learning, new ideas and techniques
Learning in a range of settings including informal learning
Contributing to the learning of others
Technology
Using technology and related workplace equipment
Using basic technology skills
Using technology to organise data
Applying OHS knowledge when using technology
4.3 Recognition given to the
course (if applicable)
4.4 Licensing/ regulatory
requirements (if applicable)
Not applicable
In Victoria, completion of the two units of competency
AHCCHM201A Apply chemicals under supervision and
AHCCHM303A Prepare and apply chemicals are required to apply
for an Agriculture Chemical Users Permit.
Standard 5 for Accredited Courses
5. Course rules
5.1 Course structure
Standards 2, 6 and 7 for Accredited Courses
To be awarded the qualification, Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision), participants are
required to complete:
• the eleven core units of competency
• one elective unit of competency. (Note: Completion of AHCCHM201A and AHCCHM303A count as
one elective.)
Unit of competency/
module code
Field of
Education code
(6-digit)
Core Units – Complete all
VU20759
050105
AHCHBR306A
AHCHBR401A
AHCHBR303A
Unit of competency/
module title
Work safely with horses
Prevent and treat equine injury
and disease
Carry out stud stable
management duties
Carry out mare mating or
artificial insemination
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Prerequisite
Nominal
hours
Learners who do not successfully complete all required units will be issued with a Statement of
Attainment for any completed units
n/a
n/a
40
50
n/a
80
n/a
60
1
0
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AHCLSK330A
AHCHBR305A
AHCHBR202A
AHCHBR402A
VU20499
050105
VU20500
050105
AHCWRK403A
Elective units – Select one
AHCAIS401A
AHCCHM201A
AHCCHM303A
AHCCHM402A
AHCBAC401A
AHCMOM402A
AHCBUS404A
AHCBIO403A
5.2 Entry requirements
procedures
Implement procedures for
foaling down mares
Handle and care for stallions
Handle young horses
Supervise raising young horses
Implement and monitor horse
nutrition program
Manage OHS procedures and
environmental work practices
Supervise work routines and
staff performance
Sub-total
Supervise artificial breeding
and/or embryo transfer
programs
Apply chemicals under
supervision; AND
Prepare and apply chemicals
Plan and implement a chemical
use program
Manage pastures for livestock
production
Supervise maintenance of
property machinery and
equipment
Operate within a budget
framework
Plan and implement a
biosecurity program
Total nominal duration
n/a
60
n/a
n/a
n/a
n/a
60
40
80
40
n/a
60
n/a
60
630 hrs
n/a
80
n/a
n/a
30
70
n/a
90
n/a
120
n/a
80
n/a
50
n/a
120
680 -750hrs
Standard 9 for Accredited Courses 1
The following requirements for entry into this course are based on
the demands placed on individuals who handle horses and
undertake stable supervision duties and are designed to ensure
the safety of participants, the safety of others and the safety of the
horses in their care. These requirements are:
• a moderate level of physical stamina and strength
• a moderate level of agility and coordination.
Learners are best equipped to achieve the course outcomes in the
Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision) if they have
minimum language, literacy and numeracy skills that are
equivalent to Level 3 of the Australian Core Skill Framework.
Details can be found on website:
http://www.deewr.gov.au/Skills/Pages/default.aspx
6. Assessment
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6.1 Assessment strategy
Standard 10 for Accredited Courses
All assessment must be consistent with the requirements of
Standard 1, Element 1.5 of the AQTF Essential Conditions and
Standards for Continuing Registration.
Assessment for the units of competency from an endorsed
Training Package must be in accordance with the assessment
guidelines incorporated in the endorsed component of the
package. For units of competency specifically developed for this
course and for units of competency imported from State accredited
courses, the assessment strategy to be adopted is identified within
the units.
Training organisations are required under registration standards
approved by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its
successors and the registering authority to provide quality training
and assessment across all of its operations.
For example, under the AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards
for Continuing Registration, Standard 1, training organisations
must provide quality training and assessment across all of its
operations. Specifically, assessment including RPL:
• meets the requirements of the relevant Training Package or
accredited course
• is conducted in accordance with the principles of assessment
and the rules of evidence, and
• meets workplace and, where relevant, regulatory requirements
• is systematically validated.
Notwithstanding the above, course providers are required
to adopt an assessment strategy that:
• incorporates continual feedback of individual progress toward,
and achievement of competencies
• addresses skills and knowledge required for performance
• gathers sufficient evidence to judge achievement of progress
towards determining competence
• utilises a variety of different processes/sources, i.e. written,
oral, observation, projects
• recognises achievement of elements/competencies regardless
of where the learning took place
• fosters a collaborative and co-operative relationship between
the learner and assessor
• is flexible in regard to the range and type of evidence provided
by the learner
• provides opportunity for the learner to challenge assessment
provisions and participate in reassessment
• is equitable and fair to all learners
• does not unnecessarily restrict the progress of a learner
through the course
• comprises a clear statement of both the criteria and
assessment process
• selects assessment tools to suit the needs of particular clients
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or client groups (e.g. clients with special needs) or to suit the
needs of an enterprise
• incorporates the employability skills within industry specific
competencies
• includes arrangements to advise prospective students of and
facilitate RPL processes.
Where possible, an integrated approach to assessment is
suggested in relation to the competency outcomes of the
qualification. Integration, in this instance, refers to elements and
performance criteria from the unit of competency being linked
together for assessment.
It should be noted that the principles of competency-based training
allow for assessment at the element level as the work outcome
and that the performance criteria indicate the standards by which
the element should be assessed. Assessment need not be
undertaken at the end of each element. The individual needs of
the learner and/or characteristics of the enterprise should be
reflected in assessment methods that are chosen in relation to the
unit of competency.
Assessment methods may include more than one of the following:
• practical application and demonstration of skills in a work place
or under conditions which simulate a work environment
• oral presentations
• written assignments, tests or projects
• role plays
• simulations
• case studies
• work-based projects and activities.
6.2 Assessor competencies
Standard 12 for Accredited Courses
Assessor competencies for this course are consistent with the
requirements of Standard 1.4 of the AQTF: Essential Conditions
and Standards for Continuing Registration (or equivalent national
registration standards).
Standard 1.4 requires trainers and assessors:
• have the training and assessment competencies as determined
by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its
successors, and
• have the relevant vocational competencies at least to the level
being delivered or assessed, and
• can demonstrate current industry skills directly relevant to the
training/assessment being undertaken and
• continue to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as
their industry currency and trainer/assessor competence.
In addition to the above, it is recommended that assessors have
comprehensive and current knowledge of the industry and the job
or role against which performance is being assessed. Assessors
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should also have appropriate interpersonal and communication
skills.
Alternatively, a panel, team or partnership approach involving
assessors and technical experts whereby the assessment is
conducted by a team/panel/partnership in which at least one
assessor has the competencies determined by the National Skills
Standards Council (NSSC) and the other assessor(s) have the
relevant vocational competencies, at least to the level being
assessed.
7. Delivery
7.1 Delivery modes
Standard 11 for Accredited Courses
This course is available for full or part-time study. Providers
should endeavor to be flexible in the way the training is delivered
to ensure they meet the needs of the client group. Delivery
strategies should be selected to reflect the nature of the industry
specific competencies, incorporating employability skills, and the
needs of the learner. The course aims to develop practical
competencies within an industry setting. Practical demonstrations
and opportunity for application are considered to provide the most
suitable strategy to reflect the objectives of the course and the
background to its development.
An emphasis on safety and animal welfare must be integrated and
reinforced at all times.
The following rules apply for contextualisation:
• Elements and associated Performance Criteria must not be
altered in any way.
• The Range Statement may be expanded as long as it does not
increase the complexity of the unit.
• The Evidence Guide may be expanded as long as it retains the
integrity of the unit and does not jeopardise the student’s
potential to achieve the competency.
• Learning and assessment resources may be tailored to the
specific needs of the target group, while maintaining their
validity.
7.2 Resources
Standard 12 for Accredited Courses
Successful delivery of this course requires access to practicing
horse breeding enterprises including stud stock, barns with
stabling facilities and feed storage, feed mixer, farriery workshop
and equipment, stable and grooming equipment, horse transport,
outdoor stabling facilities, saddlery and tack.
Access is also required to classrooms, library and a computer
laboratory and a range of relevant computer software.
The resources that should be available for this course relate to
normal work practice using procedures, information and resources
typical of a workplace. This should include:
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•
•
•
•
•
OH&S policy and work procedures and instructions
access to workplace environment
operational access to relevant equipment and facilities
materials and consumables
manufacturers’ specifications/manuals.
Trainer vocational competencies must be as specified in Standard
1.4 of the AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards for
Continuing Registration (or equivalent national registration
standards), i.e., the registered training organisation must ensure
that training is delivered by trainers who:
• have the training and assessment competencies as determined
by the National Skills Standards Council or its successors, and
• have the relevant vocational competencies at least to the level
being delivered or assessed, and
• can demonstrate current industry skills directly relevant to the
training/assessment being undertaken, and
• continue to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as
their industry currency and trainer/assessor competence.
8. Pathways and articulation
Standard 8 for accredited courses
Pathways include:
• off the job training
• recognition of prior learning
• work based learning
• part RTO and part work-based training and assessment
The appropriate pathway for individual participants must be
negotiated with the training provider. Delivery and assessment
modes for each pathway must be consistent with the mandatory
requirements noted in the course units of competence.
Credit transfer is available in other qualifications for the nationally
endorsed units of competency from the AHC10 Agriculture,
Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training
Package completed as part of this qualification.
Graduates of this course may articulate to further study. Examples
include the following qualifications.
22139VIC Diploma of Horse Breeding (Stud Management)
AHC50110 Diploma of Agriculture
AHC60110 Advanced Diploma of Agriculture
Bachelor of Equine Studies (NMIT)
Graduates who enrol in the 22139VIC Diploma of Horse Breeding
(Stud Management) will be granted credit for the equivalent units
of competency in the Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud
Supervision):
Certificate IV
AHCCHM201A
AHCHBR202A
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AHCCHM303A
AHCHBR303A
AHCHBR305A
AHCAIS401A
AHCHBR401A
AHCHBR402A
9. Ongoing monitoring and
evaluation
RTC3704A
RTE3106A
RTE3112A
RTE4107A
RTE4101A
RTE4106A
Standard 13 for accredited courses
Ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the course is the
responsibility of the Primary Industries Curriculum Maintenance
Manager (PICMM) throughout the period of accreditation. PICMM
should ensure that the content remains relevant and that teaching
strategies are appropriate to the content.
Ongoing monitoring and evaluation will ensure that:
• the course continues to meet current and changing needs of the
equine industry
• changes in legislation and regulations are monitored
• development of any relevant national competency standards
are monitored
• developments in assessment methodology are reflected
• feedback from clients is reflected.
To assist with this a reference committee will be established by the
Curriculum Maintenance Manager, comprising relevant
representatives from the industry and registered training
organisations, to advise on any changes relating to ongoing
delivery of this course. The committee will meet at the mid point of
the accreditation period to formally review the course; and, monitor
and evaluate course standards, delivery and assessment. In
providing advice for required changes, it will include a
consideration of client feedback as provided through training
organisations. Any documented changes will be reported to the
VRQA.
Course maintenance and review procedures may also indicate that
the course in total should be expired if a suitable qualification
becomes available through the development, review or continuous
improvement process of a Training Package.
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Section C: Units of Competency
Victorian State Accredited Units of Competency
VU20759
VU20499
VU20500
Work safely with horses
Implement and monitor horse nutrition program
Manage OHS procedures and environmental work practices
Training Package Units of Competency
AHCCHM201A
AHCHBR202A
AHCHBR306A
AHCCHM303A
AHCHBR303A
AHCHBR305A
AHCLSK330A
AHCAIS401A
AHCBAC401A
AHCBIO403A
AHCBUS404A
AHCCHM402A
AHCHBR401A
AHCHBR402A
AHCMOM402A
AHCWRK403A
Apply chemicals under supervision
Handle young horses
Prevent and treat equine injury and disease
Prepare and apply chemicals
Carry out mare mating or artificial insemination procedures
Handle and care for stallions
Implement procedures for foaling down mares
Supervise artificial breeding and/or embryo transfer programs
Manage pastures for livestock production
Plan and implement a biosecurity program
Operate within a budget framework
Plan and implement a chemical use program
Carry out stud stable management duties
Supervise raising young horses
Supervise maintenance of property machinery and equipment
Supervise work routines and staff performance
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Unit Code and Title
Unit Descriptor
Employability Skills
Application of the Unit
ELEMENT
Elements describe the
essential outcomes of a unit
of competency.
VU20759 Work safely with horses
This unit of competency specified the outcomes required to safely
catch, control and handle horses in a horse industry environment.
This unit is informed by RGRPSH201A Handle horses,
RGRPSH101A Catch and handle quiet horses under supervision and
SROEQO001A Handle horses safely.
No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time
of publication. However, practice in this unit is subject to legislation
and regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and
animal welfare.
This unit contains employability skills.
This unit of competency is intended to apply to any horse breeding
environment but is generally applicable to most horse industry
enterprises. It supports stud supervisors, stud managers and others
authorised to manage horse health and welfare.
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to
demonstrate achievement of the element. W here bold italicised text is
used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge
and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent
with the evidence guide.
1
2
Recognise individual horses
Safely approach, catch and lead
horses
1.1
External features of the horse are identified.
1.2
Characteristics are described.
1.3
Pedigree information of the horse is
sourced.
2.1
Behaviour and level of education of
horses are established prior to handling.
2.2
Risks associated with catching and leading
horses are evaluated and appropriate
controls implemented.
2.3
Appropriate gear for catching and leading
horses is selected and used.
2.4
Horses are approached, caught, tied up
and released in a safe and appropriate
manner.
Suitable personal protective equipment is
selected, used and maintained.
Risks associated with handling horses in
working areas are evaluated.
2.5
3
Control horses in a horse industry
work environment
3.1
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Fit and maintain rugs and gear
3.2
Safe leading and handling techniques in
working areas are demonstrated.
3.3
Handle horses safely by applying knowledge
and understanding of the senses and the
communication traits of horses.
3.4
Behaviour patterns of horses are responded
to appropriately.
4.1
Rugs and gear are correctly selected for
individual horses.
4.2
Correct procedures for fitting and removing
rugs and gear are undertaken.
4.3
Rugs and gear are cleaned and stored
appropriately.
4.4
Signs of wear and damage monitored and
action taken according to enterprise
practices.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This describes the essential skills and knowledge, and their level, required for this unit.
Required skills
Required knowledge
• applying safe handling and work practices when dealing with
horses
• catching, leading and handling a range of horses in a variety of
environments
• communicating with employer, peers and work teams using
assertive communication techniques to gather and relate
information related to horse handling activities
• completing duties in accordance with safe operating procedures
and nominated time frame
• evaluating risks associated with catching and handling horses
• identifying and correctly using different items of handling gear
• identifying features of horses using industry standards
• identifying horse behaviour, social traits and vices
• leading and handling horses in enclosed spaces
• reading and interpreting workplace documentation
• relating to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic
backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities
• cleaning and checking gear for wear and tear
• complying with animal welfare policies in the handling and care of
horses
• identifying, selecting and fitting gear
• identifying different breeds of horses
• identifying external features of the horse
• locating pedigree
• tying up and releasing horses safely
• using common horse industry terminology
• basic industry terminology related to handling horses
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• basic understanding of applicable federal, state or territory
legislation and regulations, and national standards and codes of
practice relevant to full range of processes relating to own work
role and responsibilities
• communication procedures within the horse industry work
environment
• common horse behaviour, social traits and vices
• communication methods of horses
• major blood lines
• purpose of using different items of stable and paddock gear
• purpose of using different items of personal protective equipment
• animal welfare requirements
• safety requirements including safe work practices
• reporting requirements in relation to handling horses safely
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work
environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the
Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present
with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility
of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
External features may include:
Characteristics may include:
Pedigree information may be available
from:
Behaviour and level of education of
horses may include:
• points of the horse
head and neck
back and trunk
hindquarter and hind leg
foreleg
• coat colours
• markings
body
head
leg
• brands
• conformation
• size
• stride/movement
• temperatment
• muscle type
• Australian Stud book
• Relevant stud book for breed registration
• Sales catalogues
• Registration papers/ id cards
• Commercial pedigree websites e.g. TESIO
• assessment of behaviour patterns prior to handling
• horse behaviour problems, including
-bed eating
-box walking
-crib biting
-pushing or barging
-rug chewing
-weaving
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-wind sucking
• communication traits of horses, including:
-body signals
-non-verbal (mouth and face)
-verbal
• education level required for safe handling and
controlling
• identifying good behaviour and bad behaviour traits
and vices
• understanding senses of a horse, including:
-eyesight
-hearing
-smell
-taste
-touch
-sixth sense
Risks associated with handling horses
may include:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Control of risks associated with handling
horses may include:
•
bites
gear breakage
horse injury
kicks
loose horse
personal injury
trampling
adhering to responsibilities under OHS legislation
and workplace practices
• adhering to responsibilities under national and state
codes of practice; federal, state and territory
legislation and local government regulations covering
animal welfare
• adhering to rules of workplace
• considering variables that influence behaviour of
horses, such as
-fences and equipment
-other persons or animals
-vehicles
-wind and noise
• contributing to development of risk control measures
• holding horses for veterinary, farriery and other
treatments
• identifying and reporting unsafe work practices
• identifying emergency situations
• reporting defective gear, including
cracked leather or PVC
frayed leads
rusted bits, buckles and clips
stretched or torn holes in strapping
rips or unstitching
• understanding individual horse behaviour
• wearing approved personal protective equipment
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Gear may include:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
anti-rearing bits
bridles
double clip leads
head collars
head pieces and bits
hobbles
leads
leg ropes
single clip leads
twitches
Horses may be approached, caught
tied up and released by:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
checking soundness of gear before approaching
positioning gear in advance of handling
talking to the horse
encouraging horse to face handler
approaching and releasing horse from near side
taking extra care with horses in groups
using and fitting appropriate and approved gear
using quick release knots
Personal protective equipment may
include:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
boots
helmet
overalls
gloves
protective eyewear
hearing protection
sun protection
Working areas may include:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
wash bays
day years
paddocks
round yards
exercise areas
stables
crushes
breeding areas
sand rolls
restraining areas
rivers and dams
stalls
training area
Rugs and gear may include:
• combo rugs
• paddock or stable rugs
• rugs with leg straps, surcingles or rollers, fillet straps
or other fittings
• sweat rugs
• fly veils
• collars
• muzzles
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• wind-sucking collars
• rug rollers
• tail bags
Signs of wear and damage may
include:
•
•
•
•
•
cracked leather or PVC
frayed leads, girths and surcingles
rusted or cracked bits, buckles and clips
stretched or torn holes in strapping
rips or unstitching
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance
Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment section in Section B of
the accreditation submission.
Critical aspects for
assessment and evidence
required to demonstrate
competency in this unit
Context of and specific
resources for assessment
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this
unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all
of the requirements of the performance criteria and required
skills and knowledge and include evidence of the following:
• knowledge of the requirements, procedures and
instructions that are to apply when handling horses
• implementation of procedures and timely techniques
for the safe, effective and efficient handling of horses
• working with others to undertake and complete horse
handling procedures that meet required outcomes.
Competency must be assessed in a workplace or simulated
workplace applicable to a horse breeding farm. Assessment
is to occur under standard and authorised work practices,
safety requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment of the practical components of this unit will be by
observation of relevant skills.
The following resources must be available:
• a variety of horses of different ages and sexes
relevant to a horse breeding enterprise
• materials and equipment relevant to assessing
candidates ability to handle horses safely
• safe handling areas such as stables or yards or sheds
• work instructions and related documentation.
Method of assessment
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence
should be gathered through a range of methods to indicate
consistency of performance.
It can be gathered from assessment of the unit of
competency alone, through an integrated assessment activity
or through a combination of both.
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Evidence should be gathered as part of the learning process,
where appropriate.
The following assessment methods are suggested:
• written and/or oral assessment of candidate’s
required knowledge such as common vices
• observed, documented and firsthand testimonial
evidence of candidate’s application of practical tasks
as in catching and leading a horse in a range of
contexts
• simulation exercises conducted in a working or
simulated working envirnoment such as applying safe
handling and work practices.
Evidence is required to be demonstrated over a period of time,
therefore, where performance is not directly observed any
evidence should be authenticated by supervisors or other
appropriate persons.
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of
competency relevant to the industry sector, workplace and
job role.
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VU20499
Implement and monitor horse nutrition program
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to
implement a feeding program, monitor the quantity and quality of
pasture and monitor the impact of feeding program on individual
horses.
No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the
time of publication. However, practice in this unit is subject to
legislation and regulations directly related to occupational health
and safety and animal welfare.
This unit has been informed, in part, by VBP142 Develop and
implement plans for horse nutrition and RTE4101A Develop
livestock feeding plans.
Employability skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Application of the Unit This unit is applicable to persons who have a management role in
maintaining horses in prime condition, and who therefore require
an understanding of the nutritional requirements of horses and how
they vary according to a range of factors, and the nutritional value
of a range of feeds commonly given to horses. Some supervision
of other staff may be involved.
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential
outcomes of a unit of
competency.
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate
achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further
information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range
statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence
guide.
1
1.1
Resources required to implement feeding routines are
assessed.
1.2
Feeding routine is coordinated with other scheduled
activities.
1.3
Staff are briefed on feeding procedures to be followed, the
feeding schedule and enterprise requirements and standards.
1.4
Staff are supervised to ensure that feeding tasks are
undertaken in a safe manner.
1.5
Horses are monitored for changes in feeding behaviour or
condition.
1.6
Feed records are maintained and monitored and feed orders
are prepared.
Supervise feeding
schedule and routines
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3
Implement a feeding
program
Assess pasture feed
2.1
Set procedures in relation to the feed room and to the
feeding program are followed.
2.2
Common feeds and supplements are correctly identified.
2.3
Rations are weighed, measured and delivered to set
procedures and according to feed charts.
2.4
Feed quality and contamination are monitored.
2.5
Follow OHS and hygiene procedures as established.
2.6
Implementation of the feeding program is monitored to
ensure efficiency.
3.1
Grazing management strategy is determined to ensure the
sustainable stocking capacity of pasture.
3.2
Pasture is monitored for quantity and quality to ensure
continual and consistent supply of nutrients.
3.3
Pasture intake is monitored and assessed according to
identified nutritional requirements.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This describes the essential skills and knowledge, and their level, required for this unit.
Required skills:
• applying safe work practices
• applying nutritional principles
• communicating with employer, other workers and feed merchants to gather, interpret and
relay information related to nutritional requirements
• completing duties in accordance with safe operating procedures and nominated time frame
• complying with animal welfare policies in the care and management of horses
• identifying and correctly using different feed components and feed supplements
• identifying changes to horse behaviour
• completing feed records
• preparing feed orders
• reading and interpreting workplace documentation
• recognising changes in horses’ condition
• recognising spoiled or contaminated feed
• responding to problems promptly
• using feed weighing scales
• written communication skills to complete workplace documentation and reports
Required knowledge:
• signs of normal and abnormal eating behaviour
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•
•
•
•
•
•
horse digestive system
basic terminology related to feeding and nutrition
horse behaviour, social traits and vices
feeds and feed supplements
basic nutritional principles
safe operation procedures
weighing and measuring feeds
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and
situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add
any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation,
needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Resources may include:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
staff
feeds
supplements
hay feeders
creep feeders
feed bins
storage
weighing/measuring equipment
mixing containers
A safe manner includes:
•
filling hay nets
•
providing fresh water
•
reporting amounts of feed left over and water consumed
•
removing left over feed and water
•
scrubbing feed and water containers
•
tipping and mixing feeds into feed bins
•
tying hay nets securely at appropriate height
Changes in behaviour may
include:
• passing of faeces showing changes to colour,
consistency, texture or moisture content
• passing of undigested feed
• eating behaviour
• colic symptoms
• feed allergies
• digestive related illness
Common feeds may include:
•
barley
•
chaff
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hay
•
maize
•
meals, including soybeans and linseed
•
molasses
•
oats
• pellets or premixed feeds
Supplements may include:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Feed quality may include:
•
•
•
Contamination may include:
•
appearance
smell
touch
•
chemical contamination
dust
mould or moisture
•
rodent or weevil damage
•
OHS and hygiene practices may
include:
calcium
electrolytes
herbal remedies
iron and minerals
oils
vitamins
• safe manual handling
• cleaning of buckets, utensils and feed room
• storing of feed appropriately
• vermin control
• cleaning up spills and uneaten feed
Quantity may be affected by:
•
•
•
•
pasture yield
stocking rates
time of year
stage of production
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EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria,
Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment section in Section B of the accreditation
submission.
Critical aspects for assessment
and evidence required to
demonstrate competency in this
unit
Context of and specific
resources for assessment
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the
requirements of the performance criteria and required skills
and knowledge and include evidence of the following:
• establish resource requirements are available to
support feeding schedules and routines as designed
• implement and monitor a feeding program for the
enterprise
• assess the quantity and quality of pasture.
Competency must be assessed in a workplace or simulated
workplace applicable to a horse breeding farm. Assessment is
to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety
requirements and environmental constraints.
Assessment of the practical components of this unit will be by
observation of relevant skills.
The following resources must be available:
• a variety of horses of different ages and sexes relevant
to a horse enterprise
• materials and equipment relevant to assessing
candidates ability to design feed programs
• a variety of food types, pasture and weeds
•
Method of assessment
work instructions and related documentation.
For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should
be gathered through a range of methods to indicate
consistency of performance.
It can be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency
alone, through an integrated assessment activity or through a
combination of both.
Evidence should be gathered as part of the learning process,
where appropriate.
The following assessment methods are suggested:
• practical exercise, for example in the weighing and
measuring of feeds and supplements
• written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge
and understanding of the common feeds and
supplements and behaviour changes
• completion of learning materials
• practical demonstration as in the safe work practices
• implementation of product: feeding programs for the
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enterprise and for the individual horse
• projects involving analysis of case studies
• third party reports supporting the evidence gathered.
Evidence is required to be demonstrated over a period of time,
therefore, where performance is not directly observed any
evidence should be authenticated by supervisors or other
appropriate persons.
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of
competency relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job
role.
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VU20500
Manage OHS procedures and environmental work
practices
Unit Descriptor
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply
practical and theoretical information related to OHS and
environmental work practices. The unit is concerned with
maintaining and monitoring the organisation’s OHS policies,
procedures and programs in the relevant area of work and in
accordance with OHS requirements.
No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the
time of publication. However, practice in this unit is subject to
legislation and regulations directly related to occupational health
and safety and animal welfare.
This unit is based on RGRCMN401A Maintain and monitor
procedures and environmental work practices.
Employability skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Application of the Unit This unit of competency is intended to apply to any horse breeding
environments but is generally applicable to most horse industry
enterprises. It supports stud supervisors, stud managers and others
authorised to manage horse health and welfare.
ELEMENT
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential
outcomes of a unit of
competency.
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate
achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further
information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range
statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence
guide.
1 Maintain standards of a 1.1
safe workplace and
environment
Legislation, standards and organisation’s policies and
practices relevant to the maintenance of a safe workplace and
environment are conveyed to colleagues or work team where
applicable, and are followed accurately.
1.2
Arrangements are made to provide information in a language,
style and format understood by colleagues and teams.
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2 Monitor, adjust and
report safety and
environmental
performance
3 Support participative
arrangements for the
management of a safe
workplace and
environment
4 Maintain records
2.1
Work practices are monitored with colleagues to ensure
compliance with requirements specified in legislation and
standards for safe workplaces and environments.
2.2
Actual and potential safety and environmental hazards are
identified and reported promptly and decisively to ensure
workplace and environmental safety.
2.3
Hazards are managed so that risks are minimised.
2.4
Waste recycling, reduction and disposal are carried out in
line with legislative and organisational requirements.
2.5
Work practices for dealing with accidents, fires and
emergencies are maintained and conveyed to colleagues and
teams.
2.6
Contingency plan is implemented immediately when
unplanned incidents occur.
2.7
Recommendations to make improvements to comply with
legislation and associated standards are submitted to
designated personnel.
3.1
Organisational consultative procedures are monitored to
facilitate participation of work teams in the management of
workplace safety and the environment
3.2
Information is gathered and improvements are suggested to
support the development of improved safety and
environmental work practices.
3.3
Individuals and teams are informed of improvements and
training is provided where required.
4.1
Systems, records and reporting procedures are maintained
according to organisational and legislative requirements.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This describes the essential skills and knowledge, and their level, required for this unit.
Required skills:
• analysing relevant workplace data to identify hazards
• applying OHS and environmental work procedures
• communicating with others using assertive communication techniques to gather, interpret
and relay information related to maintaining and monitoring OHS procedures and
environmental work practices
• consulting concisely and effectively with colleagues and team members
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developing safe operating procedures
•
ensuring timely conduct of safety and environmental regulatory requirements, including:
•
consultative practices
•
emergency drills
•
accident or near miss reporting
•
staff training
•
workplace inspections
•
identifying workplace hazards and implementing risk control measures
•
interpreting and applying relevant legislation and regulations
•
providing information and training to suit differing needs, for example using large print
materials or materials that use pictures and diagrams and providing culturally appropriate
training
•
reading and interpreting workplace documentation
•
relating to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying
physical and mental abilities
•
workplace procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies
written communication skills to complete workplace documentation and reports
•
Required knowledge:
•
behaviour of horses in a range of environments
•
communications procedures, including reporting lines within the workplace and wider
industry
•
detailed understanding of OHS and environmental legislative requirements
•
hazards and potential hazards in the workplace and risk control procedures
•
hierarchy of control covering:
•
elimination
•
engineering controls
•
administrative controls
•
personal protective equipment
•
OHS committee procedures and requirements
•
procedures for participation in and communication of OHS workplace processes
•
reporting requirements in relation to OHS and environmental workplace procedures
workplace procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies
RANGE STATEMENT
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and
situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add
any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation,
needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislation, standards and
organisation’s policies and
practices may include:
•
•
•
•
•
award and workplace agreements and other industrial
instruments
duty of care and common law duties
industry codes of practice
industry checklists and associated documentation
legislation from local, state and federal levels of
government that affects business operation, especially in
regard to OHS and environmental issues, equal
employment opportunity, anti-discrimination and industrial
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Colleagues and team members
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Actual and potential safety and
environmental hazards in the
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requirements for consultative arrangements
requirements for provision of information and training,
including safe operating procedures, risk assessment and
risk control, and emergency evacuation procedures.
communicating legislation and codes of practice and
relating these to work area
hazards and risk management procedures
indicators of potential emergency disease
induction for new workers
nature of work, tasks and procedures
providing direct supervision to inexperienced workers
vaccination program for tetanus.
administrators
stable staff
farm manager
owner
business manager.
chemicals
horses
machinery and equipment
other people, including:
-contractors
-employees
-visitors
physical environment, including run-off proximity to
watercourses:
-dams
-rivers
-streams
unsafe work practices
zoonotic diseases.
audits
checking work area and equipment before and after work
housekeeping
identifying employee concerns
job and work system assessment
maintaining plant and equipment
purchasing supplies and equipment
reviewing OHS records, including registers of:
-dangerous goods
-hazardous substances
workplace inspections.
adhering to safe work practices
identifying unsafe workplace practices and procedures,
including incorrect disposal of stable refuse and manure or
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Waste recycling, reduction and
disposal legislative and
organisational requirements will
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faeces
implementing key elements of the hierarchy of control:
-eliminate
-substitute
-engineer
-administrative
-personal protective equipment
understanding individual animal behaviour.
adhering to local regulations and state government
legislation
adhering to industry codes of practice
following the Australian Horse Industry Council code of
practice.
disinfecting premises
disposing properly of infected or suspect animals that die
establishing exits points out of the restricted area
following procedures such as stock standstill, for total
movement control on infected and dangerous contact
premises
using established organisational systems designed to deal
with:
-chemical spillage
-earthquake
-fire
-high winds
-security threat, such as bomb threat
identifying incident, emergency or accident and responding
within organisational procedures
maintaining surveillance of animals
preventing movement and gatherings of animals within a
10km restricted area
procuring vaccine
treating sick animals
tracing movement of animals
working within safe work practice guidelines and
procedures.
OHS officer
OHS committee
person to whom incidents, hazards and risks must be
reported.
health and safety representatives
formal and informal consultation with work teams
informing staff of avenues to address harassment, bullying
and discrimination
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Evaluations to identify improved
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obtaining expert OHS advice
organising and conducting OHS committee meetings
systematically
other committees such as consultative, planning and
purchasing
suggestions, requests, reports and concerns put forward by
employees to management.
checking fire and safety equipment is working and not
obstructed
ensuring visual deterrents are in place, such as surveillance
and signage
informing staff of avenues to address harassment, bullying
and discrimination
security measures for staff working on their own or those
working in hours of darkness
training employees to follow procedures, including in the
event of unexpected or threatening circumstances
using workplace inspection checklists.
anti-discrimination and harassment
emergency and evacuation drills
induction
specific hazard
specific task or equipment
training as part of broader programs, for example animal
handling.
audit and inspection records
chemicals and hazardous substances registers
consultation agenda and minutes of OHS committee
meetings
dangerous goods storage lists
first aid and medical records
incident reports
induction, training and instruction records
material safety data sheets for chemicals and medications
plant and equipment maintenance testing records
safe operating procedures
workers’ compensation records.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria,
Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment section in Section B of the accreditation
submission.
Critical aspects for
assessment and evidence
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the
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competency in this unit
requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and
knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include
evidence of the following:
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knowledge of the requirements, procedures and
instructions that are to apply when maintaining and
monitoring OHS procedures and environmental work
practices
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demonstration of maintenance of OHS and environmental
business systems and recording practices
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implementation of procedures and timely techniques for
the safe, effective and efficient application of OHS and
environmental work practices
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working with others to undertake and complete OHS and
environmental procedures that meet required outcomes.
Evidence should be collected over a period of time in a range
of workplace-relevant contexts and include dealings with an
appropriate range of situations.
Context of and specific
resources for assessment
Competency must be assessed in a workplace that provides
access to the required resources or simulated environment.
Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work
practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.
It is to comply with relevant regulatory requirements or
Australian Standards requirements.
Assessment of the practical components of this unit will be by
observation of relevant skills.
The following resources must be available:
Method of assessment
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materials and equipment relevant to assessing candidate’s
ability to maintain and monitor OHS procedures and
environmental work practices, including:
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sample copies of local, state and federal legislation,
regulations, codes of practice, safe operating procedures
and industry checklists
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relevant industry work sites, such as administration
buildings, stables and pastures
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work instructions and related documentation.
The suggested strategies for the assessment of this unit are:
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written and/or oral assessment of candidate’s required
knowledge
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observed, documented and firsthand testimonial evidence
of candidate’s application of practical tasks
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simulation exercises conducted in an appropriate
simulated environment.
Evidence is required to be demonstrated over a period of
time, therefore where performance is not directly observed
any evidence should be authenticated by supervisors or other
appropriate persons.
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units
of competency relevant to the industry sector, workplace and
job role.
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