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Ride horses in trials

Ride horses in trials

Unit of competency
National Code
RGRPSH414
State Code
OAA94
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
75
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to ride horses in trials. It includes complying with rules of racing, following instructions, judging pace, and applying riding skills according to track conditions.The unit applies to individuals who are approved to ride in official barrier trials. They use specialised knowledge and practical riding skills in the racing industry. 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. Comply with barrier trial procedures
  • 1.1 Confirm horses to be ridden in trials with trainers
  • 1.2 Follow starter, barrier attendant and other racing official directions
  • 1.3 Clarify and follow trainer or foreman instructions to the best of ability
2. Apply trial riding skills
  • 2.1 Assess potential risks related to track, gear and equipment and horse condition, and take action to minimise
  • 2.2 Use riding skills appropriate for track conditions and situations
  • 2.3 Judge pace of horse during trial and maintain for required times and distances, according to trainer instructions
3. Use safe riding skills
  • 3.1 Apply rules of racing relating to safe and compliant riding of horses in trials
  • 3.2 Demonstrate safe and ethical whip use according to the rules of racing
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6980 RGRPSH414A Ride horses in trials Unit of competency