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Transport horses

Transport horses

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMHBR301
State Code
BBE70
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
10/09/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2018
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
20/06/2018
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely and efficiently transport horses to a destination.The unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They complete routine activities and work in a range of known contexts within environments requiring horses to be transported.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.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to transport horses
  • 1.1 Check directions for transport and identify horses to be loaded
  • 1.2 Determine transport requirements, including vehicle configuration, and/or engage a suitable carrier
  • 1.3 Select and correctly fit personal protective equipment for safe loading and/or unloading of horses
  • 1.4 Select gear and equipment for loading horse, and check gear for safety
  • 1.5 Assess and control risks associated with transporting horses at all stages
  • 1.6 Obtain permits or complete documentation according to workplace or regulatory requirements
2. Load and unload horses
  • 2.1 Identify and control existing and potential hazards and safety risks to handler and horse when loading and unloading horses
  • 2.2 Assess horses to confirm suitable condition for transporting
  • 2.3 Fit gear correctly and prepare horses for loading to transport according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Load and position horses according to transport configuration and classes, and secure using safe horse handling techniques and restraints
  • 2.5 Unload horses using safe and humane handling techniques
3. Transport and monitor horses
  • 3.1 Ensure horses are transported with minimal stress and discomfort
  • 3.2 Check horses regularly throughout the journey, and unload for feeding and watering according to animal welfare standards and practices
  • 3.3 Monitor horse condition and welfare after transport, and provide appropriate feed and water
4. Complete transportation operations
  • 4.1 Clean, maintain and secure vehicle, equipment and facilities according to workplace requirements
  • 4.2 Document transport information according to workplace procedures and regulatory requirements for the transport of livestock, including horses
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODV79 ACMEQU308 Transport horses using a road vehicle Unit of competency