Unit of competency Outline

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Work safely in providing equine services as a contractor

Work safely in providing equine services as a contractor

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMEQU413
State Code
ODV59
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
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
25/05/2022
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work professionally as an equine service provider. It covers knowledge of relevant state/territory health and safety regulations and requirements. Practical skills cover safe handling and securing of equines while working in close proximity, managing hygiene and biosecurity, managing manual handling and environmental hazards, and maintaining accurate records.The unit applies to practitioners who provide a range of equine services working as a contractor. They work autonomously and apply in-depth, technical knowledge and skills to provide and communicate solutions for predictable and unpredictable problems within their scope of professional practice.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.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Investigate and apply safety compliance requirements relating to work as an equine service contractor
  • 1.1 Identify and comply with legislative and code of practice requirements relating to health and safety and working as a contractor for clients conducting equine services
  • 1.2 Investigate and establish insurance requirements relevant to equine service provision
  • 1.3 Identify and comply with legislative requirements relating to animal welfare, biosecurity and environmental sustainability relevant to conducting equine services
2. Establish safe work practices in providing services for clients
  • 2.1 Provide information to client on compliance with health and safety, other relevant legislation and insurances, as required
  • 2.2 Complete site induction and/or review client visitor safety and emergency procedures relevant to service provision
  • 2.3 Assess work area and risks associated with controlled and open spaces, proximity of other animals and environmental conditions
  • 2.4 Assess potential safety hazards and risks for self, others and equines in performing the service
  • 2.5 Confirm personal protective equipment (PPE) and gear required for service are maintained and functional
  • 2.6 Report incidents relating to people and equines, as required
  • 2.7 Respond to emergency situations following established or client procedures, as required
  • 2.8 Provide feedback to client relating to health and safety issues and suggested improvements
3. Handle and secure equines safely in close proximity
  • 3.1 Observe equine behaviour and identify potential behavioural safety risks to practitioner, other handlers and equine
  • 3.2 Establish a safe place to conduct equine service activity
  • 3.3 Use safe, low stress techniques and restraints when handling and securing equines
  • 3.4 Work within equine safety zones and position own body and hands to detect potential equine movement and reactions to handling
  • 3.5 Use examination and palpation techniques suitable for equine body part and service provision
  • 3.6 Recognise situations where sedation is required to manage equine behaviour or to undertake the service for safety and equine welfare
  • 3.7 Follow required procedures and relevant state/territory legislation relating to equine sedation, if determined necessary
4. Plan and manage hygiene and biosecurity when carrying out equine service provision
  • 4.1 Devise and apply a hygiene procedure for self, equipment, vehicle and premises, as required
  • 4.2 Select and use PPE that promotes hygiene and infection control appropriate for activity
  • 4.3 Clean, disinfect and/or sterilise equipment appropriate for service activity
  • 4.4 Recognise signs that suggest an infectious equine or zoonotic disease
  • 4.5 Communicate hygiene and biosecurity risks to others, and follow referral and reporting procedures as required
5. Manage personal fitness, manual handling and environmental hazards
  • 5.1 Manage personal fitness and health to undertake work
  • 5.2 Use movement and postures to minimise the risk of injury within work environment and demands of activity
  • 5.3 Modify workplace layout and environment within area of control to minimise manual handling and environmental hazards and risk
  • 5.4 Interpret and follow safe chemical handling, transport and storage according to product label and instructions
  • 5.5 Identify sustainable practices relevant to service provision, and incorporate in own practices
  • 5.6 Dispose of contaminated and biological waste and chemicals safely according to legislation and environmental requirements
6. Maintain records
  • 6.1 Maintain workplace records related to safety, hygiene and biosecurity and environmental sustainability accurately and store in designated location
  • 6.2 Comply with regulatory requirements for reporting notifiable diseases
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