Unit of competency Outline

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Perform routine day-to-day farriery activities

Perform routine day-to-day farriery activities

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMFAR303
State Code
BBE79
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/11/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2018
Field of Education
030799 - Mechanical And Industrial Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
20/06/2018
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to participate in the process of planning, coordinating and recording routine farrier work activities under supervision.The unit applies to individuals who have a moderate level of experience in handling equines and who use specialised knowledge and technical skills to perform farriery services across different equine industry sectors.No occupational licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Work health and safety and animal welfare legislation relevant to interacting with horses applies to workers in this industry. Requirements vary between industry sectors and state/territory jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant authority for specific requirements.NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Follow routine spoken messages or written notices
  • 1.1 Gather information and seek clarification from supervisor or client
  • 1.2 Follow instructions or procedures for all tasks
2. Obtain and provide information in response to workplace requirements
  • 2.1 Gather and interpret specific, relevant information
  • 2.2 Record information accurately and legibly
  • 2.3 Identify sources of information and establish appropriate contact
  • 2.4 Ensure enquiries are carried out clearly and concisely
3. Prepare for worksite activities
  • 3.1 Dress appropriately for work, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • 3.2 Follow protocols for entry to the worksite
  • 3.3 Clarify work requirements and the order of activities and time allocation with supervisor or designated personnel
  • 3.4 Prepare personnel, equipment and resource requirements
  • 3.5 Identify hazards, assess and control risks and report risks beyond own control or authority
  • 3.6 Follow work health and safety requirements and select, use, maintain and store PPE
  • 3.7 Select, use, clean, maintain and store tools and equipment
4. Complete required documentation
  • 4.1 Use basic mathematical processes for routine calculations
  • 4.2 Document personnel, activities, timelines and resource usage
  • 4.3 Report contingency situations and corrective action taken
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3888 ACMFAR303A Perform routine day-to-day farriery activities Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAL35 ACMFAR405 Coordinate day-to-day equine service operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDN8 ACM30517 Certificate III in Farriery Qualification