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Implement feeding programs for racehorses under direction

Implement feeding programs for racehorses under direction

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRPSH309
State Code
OAB11
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
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and maintain racehorse feeding programs under direction, and the factors that regulate racehorse feeding programs.The unit applies to individuals who work under supervision, using practical skills and specialised knowledge to carry out routine activities within a racing workplace.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. Monitor and maintain racehorse feeding program
  • 1.1 Assess the quality and suitability of feed and feed supplements for horses according to workplace and industry practices
  • 1.2 Prepare and distribute feed in line with feeding program and according to safe work practices around horses
  • 1.3 Maintain and clean feed storage areas and water supplies, and keep free of contaminants
  • 1.4 Check feed inventory and report to supervisor
  • 1.5 Record and report variations to individual eating and drinking patterns
  • 1.6 Monitor and report condition of horses according to workplace procedures
2. Assess factors that regulate or guide racehorse feeding programs
  • 2.1 Identify factors that impact on racehorse feeding programs
  • 2.2 Detect signs of common problems related to incorrect feeding
  • 2.3 Assess feed habits of individual horses against racehorse feeding programs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6937 RGRPSH309A Implement feeding programs for racehorses under direction Unit of competency