Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 5:39 PM AWST
22/07/2026 5:39 PM AWST
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Manage horses to meet sport event requirements
Manage horses to meet sport event requirements
Unit of competency
National Code
ACMEQU414
ACMEQU414
State Code
ODV47
ODV47
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/05/2022
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
25/05/2022
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to plan for and participate in various horse sports and events. It includes complying with rules and regulations; presenting horses according to discipline or sport requirements; undertaking event day duties; participating in industry inquiries, protests or appeals; and managing related documentation and records. Horse events may be categorised in different ways and generally cover a range of horse sport disciplines.The unit applies to individuals who are responsible for the management of horses competing in recognised equestrian sport events. They work autonomously and provide and communicate solutions for predictable and unpredictable problems related to the sport or event.Commonwealth and state/territory health and safety and animal welfare legislation relevant to interacting with horses applies 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, except for the racing industry, where requirements vary between states and territories. Users working in the racing industry are advised to contact the relevant Principal Racing Authority for advice on current requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan horse sport requirements
- 1.1 Identify and analyse requirements of horse sport or discipline
- 1.2 Develop goals for participating in horse sport events
- 1.3 Determine suitability of horse breeds and nominated horses for sport or discipline
- 1.4 Plan a strategy to prepare and present horses in relevant sport or discipline event
- 1.5 Assess health and safety risks associated with horse or event
2. Comply with rules, regulations and responsibilities relevant to horse sport or discipline
- 2.1 Identify governing structures and relevant rules and regulations for participating in horse sport or discipline
- 2.2 Identify eligibility and qualifying requirements, and complete entry application for relevant event
- 2.3 Implement preparations to comply with identified regulations and obligations for both competitors and horses
3. Organise resources and logistics for participating in event
- 3.1 Organise personnel to assist with event and travel requirements
- 3.2 Determine presentation requirements for competitors and horses for event
- 3.3 Select and prepare gear and equipment required for event
- 3.4 Organise timely and safe transportation of horses according to relevant legislative and code of practice requirements
4. Manage event day requirements
- 4.1 Confirm schedule and organisational requirements for event activities 4.2 Identify and communicate with relevant event personnel, judges and officials, relevant to event activity
- 4.3 Follow event day rules and regulations for horses and participants
- 4.4 Coordinate care of horses before and after event activities
- 4.5 Comply with sport drug, medication and withholding rules, and present horses for drug testing, if required
- 4.6 Participate in protests, inquiries and/or appeals, providing required documentation and responses as requested
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBD65 | ACMPHR402 | Manage horses to meet performance horse sport requirements | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDY1 | ACM40921 | Certificate IV in Equine Care | Qualification |
| BHN7 | ACM30821 | Certificate III in Horse Care | Qualification |