Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision) 22186VIC

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Section A: Copyright and course classification information ...... 4 1. Copyright owner of the course...... 4 2. Address ...... 4 3. Type of submission ...... 4 4. Copyright acknowledgement...... 4 5. Licensing and franchise...... 5 6. Course accrediting body...... 5 7. AVETMISS information...... 5 8. Period of accreditation...... 5 Section B: Course information ...... 6 1. Nomenclature ...... 6 1.1 Name of the qualification ...... 6 1.2 Nominal duration of the course ...... 6 2. Vocational or educational outcomes of the course ...... 6 3. Development of the course...... 6 3.1 Industry /enterprise/ community needs ...... 6 3.2 Review for re-accreditation...... 8 4. Course outcomes ...... 8 4.1 Qualification level ...... 8 4.2 Employability skills ...... 9 4.3 Recognition given to the course (if applicable)...... 10 4.4 Licensing/ regulatory requirements (if applicable) ...... 10 5. Course rules ...... 10 5.1 Course structure...... 10 5.2 Entry requirements...... 11 6. Assessment ...... 11 6.1 Assessment strategy ...... 12 6.2 Assessor competencies...... 13 7. Delivery ...... 14 7.1 Delivery modes ...... 14 7.2 Resources ...... 14 8. Pathways and articulation ...... 15 9. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation ...... 16

Section C: Units of Competency...... 17 Section A: Copyright and course classification information

1. Copyright owner of Copyright of this document is held by the Department of Education and the course Early Childhood Development, Victoria. © State of Victoria Day to day contact: Primary Industries Curriculum Maintenance Manager (PICMM) CMM No. 5133 Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE Yarra Bend Road Fairfield Victoria 3078 Email : k a t eb - r d @ n m it . v i c . edu . au Telephone: (03) 9269 1391 Facsimile: (03) 9269 8810 2. Address Department of Education and Early Childhood Development Executive Director Pathways Participation and Youth PO Box 266 Melbourne VIC 3001 3. Type of submission The Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision) is a new qualification. 4. Copyright Copyright of this material is reserved to the Crown in the right of the acknowledgement State of Victoria. © State of Victoria (Department of Education and Early Childhood Development) 2011.

The following units of competency have been imported from 22139VIC Diploma of Horse Breeding (Stud Management) administered by Skills Victoria, Department of Education and Early Childhood, Victoria: VU20499 Implement and monitor horse nutrition program VU20500 Manage OHS procedures and environmental work practice. The following units of competency have been imported from the AHC10 Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package administered by the Commonwealth of Australia. © Commonwealth of Australia: AHCCHM201A Apply chemicals under supervision AHCHBR202A Handle young horses AHCHBR306A Prevent and treat equine injury and disease AHCCHM303A Prepare and apply chemicals AHCHBR303A Carry out mare mating or artificial insemination procedures AHCHBR305A Handle and care for stallions AHCLSK330A Implement procedures for foaling down mares AHCAIS401A Supervise artificial breeding and/or embryo transfer programs AHCBAC401A Manage pastures for livestock production AHCBIO403A Plan and implement a biosecurity program AHCBUS404A Operate within a budget framework AHCCHM402A Plan and implement a chemical use program AHCHBR401A Carry out stud stable management duties AHCHBR402A Supervise raising young horses AHCMOM402A Supervise maintenance of property machinery and equipment AHCWRK403A Supervise work routines and staff performance Apart from any use permitted under the Copyright Act 1968 it is not to be used for commercial use or sale.

5. Licensing and This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NoDerivs franchise 3.0 Australia licence ( h tt p : / / c r e a t i v eco mm on s . o r g / li censes / b y - nd/3.0/au/). You are free to use, copy and distribute to anyone in its original form as long as you attribute the, Department of Education and Early Childhood Development as the author, and you license any derivative work you make available under the same licence Copies of this publication can be downloaded free of charge from the Training Support Network website: h tt p : / / t r a i n i n g supp o r t . s k ill s . v i c .g o v . au 6. Course accrediting Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA) body Level 6, 35 Spring Street Melbourne Victoria 3000 Telephone: (03) 9637 2806 Website : h t t p : // w w w . v r qa . v i c .g o v . au/ 7. AVETMISS information Classification codes for:

ANZSCO [Australian and New Zealand 121316 Horse Breeder Standard Classification of Occupations]

ANZSIC code (Australia and New Zealand Standard A0152 Horse Farming Industrial Classification – industry type)

ASCED Code – 4 digit 0501 Agriculture (Field of Education)

National course code To be provided by the VRQA once the course is accredited

8. Period of 1 January 2012 to 31 December 2016 accreditation Section B: Course information 1. Nomenclature Standard 1 for Accredited Courses

1.1 Name of the qualification Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision)

1.2 Nominal duration of the 680-750 hrs course 2. Vocational or educational Standard 1 for Accredited Courses outcomes of the course The Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision) provides graduates with the skills and knowledge they require to supervise horse breeding activities. Their duties may include: supervising horse production and physical and natural resources; business administration; staff supervision and training; preparation of horses for sale.

3. Development of the course Standards 1and 2 for Accredited Courses

3.1 Industry /enterprise/ This course has been developed on behalf of Skills Victoria, community needs Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, and is supported by the horse breeding and racing industries, represented by the Industry Training Advisory Boards of Racing Victoria and Primary Skills Victoria.

During the reaccreditation of the 22139VIC Diploma of Horse Breeding (Stud Management) in 2010, industry identified the need for a Certificate IV as a distinct vocational outcome for a supervisor in horse breeding establishments. A supervisor role requires solid practical skills and experience working with horses.

The course supports the Securing Jobs for Your Future - Skills for Victoria strategy for higher level technical skills, building on prior qualifications and life long learning

The horse industry is the fourth largest industry in Australia behind mining, tourism and hospitality. It is multi-disciplined and represents a variety of activities including primary production, sport (e.g. performance horses, thoroughbred and standardbred racing) and recreational interests. These activities are dependent on a high quality, professional breeding sector.

The majority of horses bred in Australia are for racing. Almost 70% of expenditure on breeding is associated with thoroughbred and standardbred horses. There has been a steady increase in the breeding of performance horses in Australia for competition in Olympic disciplines evidenced by a 59% increase in the number of horses registered by Equestrian Australia. It is estimated that the horse industry contributes approximately $8 billion to Australia’s gross national product (Australian Racing Fact Book 2010).

The Horse Research and Development Plan 2006-2011 produced by the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation provides the following indicative allocation of research and development funding and the importance of these areas is reflected in the course: • reduce the incidence and impact of diseases and parasites in horses 30% • reduce injury and breakdown of horses in work and training 30% • improve productivity in breeding 15% • improve the safety of industry participants and the welfare of horses, and enhance the environmental sustainability of the industry 19% • promote the quality, quantity and effective communication of R&D for the horse industry 15%.

Australian Bureau of Statistics data for Agricultural Commodities as of 30 June 2007 provides a useful snapshot of the horse farming industry in Australia. Key findings are: • 25% of horse farming enterprises are located in Victoria; 87% are located in NSW, Vic and Qld combined • 53% of horse farming enterprises are under 50 hectares • there are more horse farming establishments in Australia than the number of poultry (meat and egg), pig, deer and bee keeping establishments combined • horse farming is only exceeded by beef, sheep and dairy farming.

The AHC10 Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package includes a horse breeding qualification at the Certificate III level but higher level qualifications in agriculture are generic and as such do not address the specialist horse specific skills required by the horse breeding industry. Horse breeding is different from other areas of livestock production because the live horse is the desired end product. Other livestock operations, such as sheep and cattle farming, generally milk or slaughter their animals to reach the end product.

The vocational group who is expected to make use of the course is diverse and will move into direct employment within a range of horse studs and other horse related occupations, sometimes on a seasonal basis. Others move into further study in either diploma or higher education qualifications.

It is estimated that enrolments in the course will be approximately 30 students in the first year and will continue at the same level or show incremental growth.

A course steering committee was established to advise on the development of this course.

Members of the steering committee were: Christine Nevill Thoroughbred Breeders Victoria Alan Morton Swettenham Stud Natalie Welsh Darley Stud Gaye Gauci Nat’l Centre for Equine Education Natalie Wright-Boyd Racing Victoria Rod Thirkell-Johnson Racing Industry Standing Committee Agrifood Skills Australia Greg Hallihan Primary Skills Victoria

Christine Nevill, Alan Morton, Rod Thirkell-Johnson and Greg Hallihan were members of the steering committee for the development of the 22139VIC Diploma of Horse Breeding (Stud Management).

The Project Manager was Kate Bryce, Primary Industries Curriculum Maintenance Manager, Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE.

Consultation with key industry representatives confirmed the need for this course. Letters of support for the course have been received from the following organisations (see Appendix 3 – Letters of Support): • Arthur Blewitt, AgriFood Skills Australia • Susan Harrison, Racing Victoria.

A skills and knowledge survey was received from 16 industry representatives that included thoroughbred and performance breeders. The survey identified skill and knowledge areas as critical or very important (see Appendix 4 – Skills and Knowledge Survey for a summary). Examples include: • care of brood mares • servicing of mares • foaling • horse care and handling • growth and development of young horses.

Please refer to the appendices for: Appendix 1 - Minutes of Steering Committee Meetings Appendix 2 - Signed Course Contents Endorsement forms Appendix 3 - Letters of support Appendix 4 – Summary of skills and knowledge survey

3.2 Review for re-accreditation Standards 1 and 2 for Accredited Courses Not applicable 4. Course outcomes Standards 1, 2 and 3 for Accredited Courses

4.1 Qualification level The Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision) is consistent with AQF Certificate IV as defined in the AQF Implementation Handbook.

K no wl ed g e Graduates will have broad factual, technical and theoretical knowledge in a specialized field of work and learning such as in the anatomy and physiology of equine reproduction. S k ills Graduates will have: • cognitive skills to identify, analyse, compare and act on information from a range of sources such as planning and implementing an equine health program • cognitive, technical and communication skills to apply and communicate technical solutions of a non-routine or contingency nature to a defined range of predictable and unpredictable problems such as the foaling down of mares • specialist technical skills to complete routine and non-routine tasks and functions such as implementing a pasture management program • communication skills to guide activities and provide technical advice in the area of work and learning requiring the preparation and presentation of information that is readily accessible to management and operators.

A pp li ca t i on o f k no w l ed g e and s k ill s Graduates will demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills: • to specialised tasks or functions in known or changing contexts such as implementing a nutrition program for horses of various ages and breeding status • with responsibility for own functions and outputs, and may have limited responsibility for organisation of others such as supervising staff work schedules with limited responsibility for the quantity and quality of output of others in a team within limited parameters such as supervising others in the use of chemicals. 4.2 Employability skills Standard 4 for Accredited Courses Communication Reading and interpreting workplace related documentation Interpreting the needs of internal/external customers Applying numeracy skills to workplace requirements

Teamwork Working with diverse individuals and groups Applying knowledge of own role as a part of a team Applying teamwork skills to a range of situations

Problem solving Developing practical and creative solutions to workplace problems Showing interdependence and initiative in identifying problems Applying a range of strategies in problem solving

Initiative and enterprise Being creative in response to workplace challenges Identifying opportunities that might not be obvious to others Generating a range of options in response to workplace matters

Planning and organisation Collecting, analysing and organising information Being appropriately resourceful Taking initiative and making decisions within workplace role

Self-management Monitoring and evaluating own performance Taking responsibility at the appropriate level

Learning Being open to learning, new ideas and techniques Learning in a range of settings including informal learning Contributing to the learning of others

Technology Using technology and related workplace equipment Using basic technology skills Using technology to organise data Applying OHS knowledge when using technology

4.3 Recognition given to the Not applicable course (if applicable) 4.4 Licensing/ regulatory In Victoria, completion of the two units of competency requirements (if applicable) AHCCHM201A Apply chemicals under supervision and AHCCHM303A Prepare and apply chemicals are required to apply for an Agriculture Chemical Users Permit.

5. Course rules Standard 5 for Accredited Courses

5.1 Course structure Standards 2, 6 and 7 for Accredited Courses

To be awarded the qualification, Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision), participants are required to complete: • the eleven core units of competency • one elective unit of competency. (Note: Completion of AHCCHM201A and AHCCHM303A count as one elective.)

Learners who do not successfully complete all required units will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for any completed units

Field of Unit of competency/ Unit of competency/ Pre- Education code Nominal module code module title requisite (6-digit) hours

Core Units – Complete all VU20759 050105 Work safely with horses n/a 40 AHCHBR306A Prevent and treat equine injury n/a 50 and disease AHCHBR401A Carry out stud stable n/a 80 management duties AHCHBR303A Carry out mare mating or n/a 60 artificial insemination procedures AHCLSK330A Implement procedures for n/a 60 foaling down mares AHCHBR305A Handle and care for stallions n/a 60 AHCHBR202A Handle young horses n/a 40 AHCHBR402A Supervise raising young horses n/a 80 VU20499 050105 Implement and monitor horse n/a 40 nutrition program VU20500 050105 Manage OHS procedures and n/a 60 environmental work practices AHCWRK403A Supervise work routines and n/a 60 staff performance Sub-total 630 hrs Elective units – Select one AHCAIS401A Supervise artificial breeding n/a 80 and/or embryo transfer programs AHCCHM201A Apply chemicals under n/a 30 AHCCHM303A supervision; AND n/a 70 Prepare and apply chemicals AHCCHM402A Plan and implement a chemical n/a 90 use program AHCBAC401A Manage pastures for livestock n/a 120 production AHCMOM402A Supervise maintenance of n/a 80 property machinery and equipment AHCBUS404A Operate within a budget n/a 50 framework AHCBIO403A Plan and implement a n/a 120 biosecurity program Total nominal duration 680 -750hrs

5.2 Entry requirements Standard 9 for Accredited Courses 1

The following requirements for entry into this course are based on the demands placed on individuals who handle horses and undertake stable supervision duties and are designed to ensure the safety of participants, the safety of others and the safety of the horses in their care. These requirements are: • a moderate level of physical stamina and strength • a moderate level of agility and coordination.

Learners are best equipped to achieve the course outcomes in the Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision) if they have minimum language, literacy and numeracy skills that are equivalent to Level 3 of the Australian Core Skill Framework. Details can be found on website: h tt p : / / www . dee w r. g o v . a u / S k ill s / P ages / de f au lt . as p x 6. Assessment 6.1 Assessment strategy Standard 10 for Accredited Courses All assessment must be consistent with the requirements of Standard 1, Element 1.5 of the AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing Registration.

Assessment for the units of competency from an endorsed Training Package must be in accordance with the assessment guidelines incorporated in the endorsed component of the package. For units of competency specifically developed for this course and for units of competency imported from State accredited courses, the assessment strategy to be adopted is identified within the units.

Training organisations are required under registration standards approved by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors and the registering authority to provide quality training and assessment across all of its operations.

For example, under the AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing Registration, Standard 1, training organisations must provide quality training and assessment across all of its operations. Specifically, assessment including RPL: • meets the requirements of the relevant Training Package or accredited course • is conducted in accordance with the principles of assessment and the rules of evidence, and • meets workplace and, where relevant, regulatory requirements • is systematically validated.

Notwithstanding the above, course providers are required to adopt an assessment strategy that: • incorporates continual feedback of individual progress toward, and achievement of competencies • addresses skills and knowledge required for performance • gathers sufficient evidence to judge achievement of progress towards determining competence • utilises a variety of different processes/sources, i.e. written, oral, observation, projects • recognises achievement of elements/competencies regardless of where the learning took place • fosters a collaborative and co-operative relationship between the learner and assessor • is flexible in regard to the range and type of evidence provided by the learner • provides opportunity for the learner to challenge assessment provisions and participate in reassessment • is equitable and fair to all learners • does not unnecessarily restrict the progress of a learner through the course • comprises a clear statement of both the criteria and assessment process • selects assessment tools to suit the needs of particular clients or client groups (e.g. clients with special needs) or to suit the needs of an enterprise • incorporates the employability skills within industry specific competencies • includes arrangements to advise prospective students of and facilitate RPL processes.

Where possible, an integrated approach to assessment is suggested in relation to the competency outcomes of the qualification. Integration, in this instance, refers to elements and performance criteria from the unit of competency being linked together for assessment.

It should be noted that the principles of competency-based training allow for assessment at the element level as the work outcome and that the performance criteria indicate the standards by which the element should be assessed. Assessment need not be undertaken at the end of each element. The individual needs of the learner and/or characteristics of the enterprise should be reflected in assessment methods that are chosen in relation to the unit of competency.

Assessment methods may include more than one of the following: • practical application and demonstration of skills in a work place or under conditions which simulate a work environment • oral presentations • written assignments, tests or projects • role plays • simulations • case studies • work-based projects and activities. 6.2 Assessor competencies Standard 12 for Accredited Courses Assessor competencies for this course are consistent with the requirements of Standard 1.4 of the AQTF: Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing Registration (or equivalent national registration standards).

Standard 1.4 requires trainers and assessors: • have the training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) or its successors, and • have the relevant vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered or assessed, and • can demonstrate current industry skills directly relevant to the training/assessment being undertaken and • continue to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as their industry currency and trainer/assessor competence.

In addition to the above, it is recommended that assessors have comprehensive and current knowledge of the industry and the job or role against which performance is being assessed. Assessors should also have appropriate interpersonal and communication skills.

Alternatively, a panel, team or partnership approach involving assessors and technical experts whereby the assessment is conducted by a team/panel/partnership in which at least one assessor has the competencies determined by the National Skills Standards Council (NSSC) and the other assessor(s) have the relevant vocational competencies, at least to the level being assessed. 7. Delivery 7.1 Delivery modes Standard 11 for Accredited Courses

This course is available for full or part-time study. Providers should endeavor to be flexible in the way the training is delivered to ensure they meet the needs of the client group. Delivery strategies should be selected to reflect the nature of the industry specific competencies, incorporating employability skills, and the needs of the learner. The course aims to develop practical competencies within an industry setting. Practical demonstrations and opportunity for application are considered to provide the most suitable strategy to reflect the objectives of the course and the background to its development.

An emphasis on safety and animal welfare must be integrated and reinforced at all times.

The following rules apply for contextualisation: • Elements and associated Performance Criteria must not be altered in any way. • The Range Statement may be expanded as long as it does not increase the complexity of the unit. • The Evidence Guide may be expanded as long as it retains the integrity of the unit and does not jeopardise the student’s potential to achieve the competency. • Learning and assessment resources may be tailored to the specific needs of the target group, while maintaining their validity.

7.2 Resources Standard 12 for Accredited Courses

Successful delivery of this course requires access to practicing horse breeding enterprises including stud stock, barns with stabling facilities and feed storage, feed mixer, farriery workshop and equipment, stable and grooming equipment, horse transport, outdoor stabling facilities, saddlery and tack.

Access is also required to classrooms, library and a computer laboratory and a range of relevant computer software.

The resources that should be available for this course relate to normal work practice using procedures, information and resources typical of a workplace. This should include: • OH&S policy and work procedures and instructions • access to workplace environment • operational access to relevant equipment and facilities • materials and consumables • manufacturers’ specifications/manuals.

Trainer vocational competencies must be as specified in Standard 1.4 of the AQTF Essential Conditions and Standards for Continuing Registration (or equivalent national registration standards), i.e., the registered training organisation must ensure that training is delivered by trainers who: • have the training and assessment competencies as determined by the National Skills Standards Council or its successors, and • have the relevant vocational competencies at least to the level being delivered or assessed, and • can demonstrate current industry skills directly relevant to the training/assessment being undertaken, and • continue to develop their VET knowledge and skills as well as their industry currency and trainer/assessor competence. 8. Pathways and articulation Standard 8 for accredited courses Pathways include: • off the job training • recognition of prior learning • work based learning • part RTO and part work-based training and assessment

The appropriate pathway for individual participants must be negotiated with the training provider. Delivery and assessment modes for each pathway must be consistent with the mandatory requirements noted in the course units of competence.

Credit transfer is available in other qualifications for the nationally endorsed units of competency from the AHC10 Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package completed as part of this qualification.

Graduates of this course may articulate to further study. Examples include the following qualifications.

22139VIC Diploma of Horse Breeding (Stud Management) AHC50110 Diploma of Agriculture AHC60110 Advanced Diploma of Agriculture Bachelor of Equine Studies (NMIT)

Graduates who enrol in the 22139VIC Diploma of Horse Breeding (Stud Management) will be granted credit for the equivalent units of competency in the Certificate IV in Horse Breeding (Stud Supervision):

C er t i fi c a t e I V 22139 V I C ( D i p l o ma) AHCCHM201A RTC2706A AHCHBR202A RTE2148A AHCCHM303A RTC3704A AHCHBR303A RTE3106A AHCHBR305A RTE3112A AHCAIS401A RTE4107A AHCHBR401A RTE4101A AHCHBR402A RTE4106A

9. Ongoing monitoring and Standard 13 for accredited courses evaluation Ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the course is the responsibility of the Primary Industries Curriculum Maintenance Manager (PICMM) throughout the period of accreditation. PICMM should ensure that the content remains relevant and that teaching strategies are appropriate to the content. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation will ensure that: • the course continues to meet current and changing needs of the equine industry • changes in legislation and regulations are monitored • development of any relevant national competency standards are monitored • developments in assessment methodology are reflected • feedback from clients is reflected.

To assist with this a reference committee will be established by the Curriculum Maintenance Manager, comprising relevant representatives from the industry and registered training organisations, to advise on any changes relating to ongoing delivery of this course. The committee will meet at the mid point of the accreditation period to formally review the course; and, monitor and evaluate course standards, delivery and assessment. In providing advice for required changes, it will include a consideration of client feedback as provided through training organisations. Any documented changes will be reported to the VRQA. Course maintenance and review procedures may also indicate that the course in total should be expired if a suitable qualification becomes available through the development, review or continuous improvement process of a Training Package. Section C: Units of Competency

Victorian State Accredited Units of Competency

VU20759 Work safely with horses VU20499 Implement and monitor horse nutrition program VU20500 Manage OHS procedures and environmental work practices

Training Package Units of Competency

AHCCHM201A Apply chemicals under supervision AHCHBR202A Handle young horses AHCHBR306A Prevent and treat equine injury and disease AHCCHM303A Prepare and apply chemicals AHCHBR303A Carry out mare mating or artificial insemination procedures AHCHBR305A Handle and care for stallions AHCLSK330A Implement procedures for foaling down mares AHCAIS401A Supervise artificial breeding and/or embryo transfer programs AHCBAC401A Manage pastures for livestock production AHCBIO403A Plan and implement a biosecurity program AHCBUS404A Operate within a budget framework AHCCHM402A Plan and implement a chemical use program AHCHBR401A Carry out stud stable management duties AHCHBR402A Supervise raising young horses AHCMOM402A Supervise maintenance of property machinery and equipment AHCWRK403A Supervise work routines and staff performance Unit Code and Title VU20759 Work safely with horses

Unit Descriptor This unit of competency specified the outcomes required to safely catch, control and handle horses in a horse industry environment. This unit is informed by RGRPSH201A Handle horses, RGRPSH101A Catch and handle quiet horses under supervision and SROEQO001A Handle horses safely. No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. However, practice in this unit is subject to legislation and regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and animal welfare.

This unit contains employability skills. Employability Skills

This unit of competency is intended to apply to any horse breeding Application of the Unit environment but is generally applicable to most horse industry enterprises. It supports stud supervisors, stud managers and others authorised to manage horse health and welfare.

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to essential outcomes of a unit demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is of competency. used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.

1 Recognise individual horses 1.1 External features of the horse are identified. 1.2 Characteristics are described. 1.3 Pedigree information of the horse is sourced.

2 Safely approach, catch and lead 3 horses Control horses in a horse industry work environment 2.1 Behaviour and level of 2.3 Appropriate gear for catching and leading education of horses are horses is selected and used. established prior to handling. 2.4 Horses are approached, caught, tied up 2.2 Risks associated with catching and released in a safe and appropriate and leading horses are manner. evaluated and appropriate 2.5 Suitable personal protective equipment is controls implemented. selected, used and maintained. 3.1 Risks associated with handling horses in working areas are evaluated. 4

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

This describes the essential skills and knowledge, and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills • applying safe handling and work practices when dealing with horses • catching, leading and handling a range of horses in a variety of environments • communicating with employer, peers and work teams using assertive communication techniques to gather and relate information related to horse handling activities • completing duties in accordance with safe operating procedures and nominated time frame • evaluating risks associated with catching and handling horses • identifying and correctly using different items of handling gear • identifying features of horses using industry standards • identifying horse behaviour, social traits and vices • leading and handling horses in enclosed spaces • reading and interpreting workplace documentation • relating to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities • cleaning and checking gear for wear and tear • complying with animal welfare policies in the handling and care of horses • identifying, selecting and fitting gear • identifying different breeds of horses • identifying external features of the horse • locating pedigree • tying up and releasing horses safely • using common horse industry terminology

Required knowledge • basic industry terminology related to handling horses • basic understanding of applicable federal, state or territory legislation and regulations, and national standards and codes of practice relevant to full range of processes relating to own work role and responsibilities • communication procedures within the horse industry work environment • common horse behaviour, social traits and vices • communication methods of horses • major blood lines • purpose of using different items of stable and paddock gear • purpose of using different items of personal protective equipment • animal welfare requirements • safety requirements including safe work practices • reporting requirements in relation to handling horses safely

RANGE STATEMENT The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. External features may include: • points of the horse head and neck back and trunk hindquarter and hind leg foreleg • coat colours • markings body head leg • brands Characteristics may include: • conformation • size • stride/movement • temperatment • muscle type Pedigree information may be available • Australian Stud book from: • Relevant stud book for breed registration • Sales catalogues • Registration papers/ id cards • Commercial pedigree websites e.g. TESIO

Behaviour and level of education of • assessment of behaviour patterns prior to handling horses may include: • horse behaviour problems, including -bed eating -box walking -crib biting -pushing or barging -rug chewing -weaving -wind sucking • communication traits of horses, including: -body signals -non-verbal (mouth and face) -verbal • education level required for safe handling and controlling • identifying good behaviour and bad behaviour traits and vices • understanding senses of a horse, including: -eyesight -hearing -smell -taste -touch -sixth sense

Risks associated with handling horses • bites may include: • gear breakage • horse injury • kicks • loose horse • personal injury • trampling

Control of risks associated with handling • adhering to responsibilities under OHS legislation horses may include: and workplace practices • adhering to responsibilities under national and state codes of practice; federal, state and territory legislation and local government regulations covering animal welfare • adhering to rules of workplace • considering variables that influence behaviour of horses, such as -fences and equipment -other persons or animals -vehicles -wind and noise • contributing to development of risk control measures • holding horses for veterinary, farriery and other treatments • identifying and reporting unsafe work practices • identifying emergency situations • reporting defective gear, including cracked leather or PVC frayed leads rusted bits, buckles and clips stretched or torn holes in strapping rips or unstitching • understanding individual horse behaviour • wearing approved personal protective equipment Gear may include: • anti-rearing bits • bridles • double clip leads • head collars • head pieces and bits • hobbles • leads • leg ropes • single clip leads • twitches

Horses may be approached, caught • checking soundness of gear before approaching tied up and released by: • positioning gear in advance of handling • talking to the horse • encouraging horse to face handler • approaching and releasing horse from near side • taking extra care with horses in groups • using and fitting appropriate and approved gear • using quick release knots

Personal protective equipment may • boots include: • helmet • overalls • gloves • protective eyewear • hearing protection • sun protection

Working areas may include: • wash bays • day years • paddocks • round yards • exercise areas • stables • crushes • breeding areas • sand rolls • restraining areas • rivers and dams • stalls • training area

Rugs and gear may include: • combo rugs • paddock or stable rugs • rugs with leg straps, surcingles or rollers, fillet straps or other fittings • sweat rugs • fly veils • collars • muzzles • wind-sucking collars • rug rollers • tail bags

Signs of wear and damage may • cracked leather or PVC include: • frayed leads, girths and surcingles • rusted or cracked bits, buckles and clips • stretched or torn holes in strapping • rips or unstitching

EVIDENCE GUIDE The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment section in Section B of the accreditation submission.

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this Critical aspects for unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all assessment and evidence of the requirements of the performance criteria and required required to demonstrate skills and knowledge and include evidence of the following: competency in this unit • knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions that are to apply when handling horses • implementation of procedures and timely techniques for the safe, effective and efficient handling of horses • working with others to undertake and complete horse handling procedures that meet required outcomes.

Competency must be assessed in a workplace or simulated Context of and specific workplace applicable to a horse breeding farm. Assessment resources for assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment of the practical components of this unit will be by observation of relevant skills.

The following resources must be available: • a variety of horses of different ages and sexes relevant to a horse breeding enterprise • materials and equipment relevant to assessing candidates ability to handle horses safely • safe handling areas such as stables or yards or sheds

• work instructions and related documentation.

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence Method of assessment should be gathered through a range of methods to indicate consistency of performance. It can be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone, through an integrated assessment activity or through a combination of both. Evidence should be gathered as part of the learning process, where appropriate. The following assessment methods are suggested: • written and/or oral assessment of candidate’s required knowledge such as common vices • observed, documented and firsthand testimonial evidence of candidate’s application of practical tasks as in catching and leading a horse in a range of contexts • simulation exercises conducted in a working or simulated working envirnoment such as applying safe handling and work practices. Evidence is required to be demonstrated over a period of time, therefore, where performance is not directly observed any evidence should be authenticated by supervisors or other appropriate persons. This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role. VU20499 Implement and monitor horse nutrition program

Unit Descriptor This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to implement a feeding program, monitor the quantity and quality of pasture and monitor the impact of feeding program on individual horses. No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. However, practice in this unit is subject to legislation and regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and animal welfare. This unit has been informed, in part, by VBP142 Develop and implement plans for horse nutrition and RTE4101A Develop livestock feeding plans. Employability skills This unit contains employability skills.

Application of the Unit This unit is applicable to persons who have a management role in maintaining horses in prime condition, and who therefore require an understanding of the nutritional requirements of horses and how they vary according to a range of factors, and the nutritional value of a range of feeds commonly given to horses. Some supervision of other staff may be involved. ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA Elements describe the essential Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate outcomes of a unit of achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further competency. information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide.

1 Supervise feeding 1.1 Resources required to implement feeding routines are schedule and routines assessed.

1.2 Feeding routine is coordinated with other scheduled activities.

1.3 Staff are briefed on feeding procedures to be followed, the feeding schedule and enterprise requirements and standards.

1.4 Staff are supervised to ensure that feeding tasks are undertaken in a safe manner.

1.5 Horses are monitored for changes in feeding behaviour or condition.

1.6 Feed records are maintained and monitored and feed orders are prepared. 2 Implement a feeding 2.1 Set procedures in relation to the feed room and to the program feeding program are followed.

2.2 Common feeds and supplements are correctly identified.

2.3 Rations are weighed, measured and delivered to set procedures and according to feed charts.

2.4 Feed quality and contamination are monitored.

2.5 Follow OHS and hygiene procedures as established.

2.6 Implementation of the feeding program is monitored to ensure efficiency.

3 Assess pasture feed 3.1 Grazing management strategy is determined to ensure the sustainable stocking capacity of pasture.

3.2 Pasture is monitored for quantity and quality to ensure continual and consistent supply of nutrients.

3.3 Pasture intake is monitored and assessed according to identified nutritional requirements. REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE This describes the essential skills and knowledge, and their level, required for this unit. Required skills: • applying safe work practices • applying nutritional principles • communicating with employer, other workers and feed merchants to gather, interpret and relay information related to nutritional requirements • completing duties in accordance with safe operating procedures and nominated time frame • complying with animal welfare policies in the care and management of horses • identifying and correctly using different feed components and feed supplements • identifying changes to horse behaviour • completing feed records • preparing feed orders • reading and interpreting workplace documentation • recognising changes in horses’ condition • recognising spoiled or contaminated feed • responding to problems promptly • using feed weighing scales • written communication skills to complete workplace documentation and reports

Required knowledge: • signs of normal and abnormal eating behaviour • horse digestive system • basic terminology related to feeding and nutrition • horse behaviour, social traits and vices • feeds and feed supplements • basic nutritional principles • safe operation procedures • weighing and measuring feeds

Resources may include: • staff • feeds • supplements • hay feeders • creep feeders • feed bins • storage • weighing/measuring equipment • mixing containers A safe manner includes: • filling hay nets • providing fresh water • reporting amounts of feed left over and water consumed • removing left over feed and water • scrubbing feed and water containers • tipping and mixing feeds into feed bins • tying hay nets securely at appropriate height Changes in behaviour may • passing of faeces showing changes to colour, include: consistency, texture or moisture content • passing of undigested feed • eating behaviour • colic symptoms • feed allergies • digestive related illness Common feeds may include: • barley • chaff • hay • maize • meals, including soybeans and linseed • molasses • oats • pellets or premixed feeds

Supplements may include: • calcium • electrolytes • herbal remedies • iron and minerals • oils • vitamins

Feed quality may include: • appearance • smell • touch

Contamination may include: • chemical contamination • dust • mould or moisture

• rodent or weevil damage • safe manual handling OHS and hygiene practices may include: • cleaning of buckets, utensils and feed room • storing of feed appropriately • vermin control

• cleaning up spills and uneaten feed Quantity may be affected by: • pasture yield • stocking rates • time of year • stage of production EVIDENCE GUIDE The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment section in Section B of the accreditation submission.

Critical aspects for assessment The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit and evidence required to must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the demonstrate competency in this requirements of the performance criteria and required skills unit and knowledge and include evidence of the following: • establish resource requirements are available to support feeding schedules and routines as designed • implement and monitor a feeding program for the enterprise • assess the quantity and quality of pasture. Context of and specific Competency must be assessed in a workplace or simulated resources for assessment workplace applicable to a horse breeding farm. Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints. Assessment of the practical components of this unit will be by observation of relevant skills. The following resources must be available: • a variety of horses of different ages and sexes relevant to a horse enterprise • materials and equipment relevant to assessing candidates ability to design feed programs • a variety of food types, pasture and weeds

• work instructions and related documentation. Method of assessment For valid and reliable assessment of this unit, evidence should be gathered through a range of methods to indicate consistency of performance. It can be gathered from assessment of the unit of competency alone, through an integrated assessment activity or through a combination of both. Evidence should be gathered as part of the learning process, where appropriate. The following assessment methods are suggested: • practical exercise, for example in the weighing and measuring of feeds and supplements • written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding of the common feeds and supplements and behaviour changes • completion of learning materials • practical demonstration as in the safe work practices • implementation of product: feeding programs for the enterprise and for the individual horse • projects involving analysis of case studies • third party reports supporting the evidence gathered. Evidence is required to be demonstrated over a period of time, therefore, where performance is not directly observed any evidence should be authenticated by supervisors or other appropriate persons. This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role. VU20500 Manage OHS procedures and environmental work practices

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to apply Unit Descriptor practical and theoretical information related to OHS and environmental work practices. The unit is concerned with maintaining and monitoring the organisation’s OHS policies, procedures and programs in the relevant area of work and in accordance with OHS requirements.

No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. However, practice in this unit is subject to legislation and regulations directly related to occupational health and safety and animal welfare.

This unit is based on RGRCMN401A Maintain and monitor procedures and environmental work practices.

Employability skills This unit contains employability skills.

This unit of competency is intended to apply to any horse breeding Application of the Unit environments but is generally applicable to most horse industry enterprises. It supports stud supervisors, stud managers and others authorised to manage horse health and welfare.

ELEMENT PERFORMANCE CRITERIA Elements describe the essential Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate outcomes of a unit of achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further competency. information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. 1 Maintain standards of a 1.1 Legislation, standards and organisation’s policies and safe workplace and practices relevant to the maintenance of a safe workplace and environment environment are conveyed to colleagues or work team where applicable, and are followed accurately.

1.2 Arrangements are made to provide information in a language, style and format understood by colleagues and teams. 2 Monitor, adjust and 2.1 Work practices are monitored with colleagues to ensure report safety and compliance with requirements specified in legislation and environmental standards for safe workplaces and environments. performance 2.2 Actual and potential safety and environmental hazards are identified and reported promptly and decisively to ensure workplace and environmental safety.

2.3 Hazards are managed so that risks are minimised.

2.4 Waste recycling, reduction and disposal are carried out in line with legislative and organisational requirements.

2.5 Work practices for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies are maintained and conveyed to colleagues and teams.

2.6 Contingency plan is implemented immediately when unplanned incidents occur.

2.7 Recommendations to make improvements to comply with legislation and associated standards are submitted to designated personnel.

3 Support participative 3.1 Organisational consultative procedures are monitored to arrangements for the facilitate participation of work teams in the management of management of a safe workplace safety and the environment workplace and environment 3.2 Information is gathered and improvements are suggested to support the development of improved safety and environmental work practices.

3.3 Individuals and teams are informed of improvements and training is provided where required. 4 Maintain records 4.1 Systems, records and reporting procedures are maintained according to organisational and legislative requirements.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE This describes the essential skills and knowledge, and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills: • analysing relevant workplace data to identify hazards • applying OHS and environmental work procedures • communicating with others using assertive communication techniques to gather, interpret and relay information related to maintaining and monitoring OHS procedures and environmental work practices • consulting concisely and effectively with colleagues and team members • developing safe operating procedures • ensuring timely conduct of safety and environmental regulatory requirements, including: • consultative practices • emergency drills • accident or near miss reporting • staff training • workplace inspections • identifying workplace hazards and implementing risk control measures • interpreting and applying relevant legislation and regulations • providing information and training to suit differing needs, for example using large print materials or materials that use pictures and diagrams and providing culturally appropriate training • reading and interpreting workplace documentation • relating to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with varying physical and mental abilities • workplace procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies written communication skills to complete workplace documentation and reports

Required knowledge: • behaviour of horses in a range of environments • communications procedures, including reporting lines within the workplace and wider industry • detailed understanding of OHS and environmental legislative requirements • hazards and potential hazards in the workplace and risk control procedures • hierarchy of control covering: • elimination • engineering controls • administrative controls • personal protective equipment • OHS committee procedures and requirements • procedures for participation in and communication of OHS workplace processes • reporting requirements in relation to OHS and environmental workplace procedures workplace procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies RANGE STATEMENT The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Legislation, standards and • award and workplace agreements and other industrial organisation’s policies and instruments practices may include: • duty of care and common law duties • industry codes of practice • industry checklists and associated documentation • legislation from local, state and federal levels of government that affects business operation, especially in regard to OHS and environmental issues, equal employment opportunity, anti-discrimination and industrial relations

• requirements for consultative arrangements • requirements for provision of information and training, including safe operating procedures, risk assessment and risk control, and emergency evacuation procedures. Information provided may • communicating legislation and codes of practice and include: relating these to work area • hazards and risk management procedures • indicators of potential emergency disease • induction for new workers • nature of work, tasks and procedures • providing direct supervision to inexperienced workers vaccination program for tetanus.

Colleagues and team members • administrators may include: • stable staff • farm manager • owner • business manager.

Actual and potential safety and • chemicals environmental hazards in the • horses workplace may include: • machinery and equipment • other people, including: -contractors -employees -visitors • physical environment, including run-off proximity to watercourses: -dams -rivers -streams • unsafe work practices • zoonotic diseases.

Hazards may be identified by: • audits • checking work area and equipment before and after work • housekeeping • identifying employee concerns • job and work system assessment • maintaining plant and equipment • purchasing supplies and equipment • reviewing OHS records, including registers of: -dangerous goods -hazardous substances • workplace inspections.

Risks may be minimised by: • adhering to safe work practices • identifying unsafe workplace practices and procedures, including incorrect disposal of stable refuse and manure or faeces • implementing key elements of the hierarchy of control: -eliminate -substitute -engineer -administrative -personal protective equipment • understanding individual animal behaviour.

Waste recycling, reduction and • adhering to local regulations and state government disposal legislative and legislation organisational requirements will • adhering to industry codes of practice include: • following the Australian Horse Industry Council code of practice.

Contingency plan may be • disinfecting premises implemented by: • disposing properly of infected or suspect animals that die • establishing exits points out of the restricted area • following procedures such as stock standstill, for total movement control on infected and dangerous contact premises • using established organisational systems designed to deal with: -chemical spillage -earthquake -fire -high winds -security threat, such as bomb threat • identifying incident, emergency or accident and responding within organisational procedures • maintaining surveillance of animals • preventing movement and gatherings of animals within a 10km restricted area • procuring vaccine • treating sick animals • tracing movement of animals • working within safe work practice guidelines and procedures.

Designated personnel may • OHS officer include: • OHS committee • person to whom incidents, hazards and risks must be reported.

Organisational consultative • health and safety representatives procedures may include: • formal and informal consultation with work teams • informing staff of avenues to address harassment, bullying and discrimination • obtaining expert OHS advice • organising and conducting OHS committee meetings systematically • other committees such as consultative, planning and purchasing • suggestions, requests, reports and concerns put forward by employees to management.

Evaluations to identify improved • checking fire and safety equipment is working and not safety and environmental work obstructed practices may include: • ensuring visual deterrents are in place, such as surveillance and signage • informing staff of avenues to address harassment, bullying and discrimination • security measures for staff working on their own or those working in hours of darkness • training employees to follow procedures, including in the event of unexpected or threatening circumstances • using workplace inspection checklists.

Training may include: • anti-discrimination and harassment • emergency and evacuation drills • induction • specific hazard • specific task or equipment • training as part of broader programs, for example animal handling.

Systems, records and reporting • audit and inspection records procedures may include: • chemicals and hazardous substances registers • consultation agenda and minutes of OHS committee meetings • dangerous goods storage lists • first aid and medical records • incident reports • induction, training and instruction records • material safety data sheets for chemicals and medications • plant and equipment maintenance testing records • safe operating procedures • workers’ compensation records. EVIDENCE GUIDE The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment section in Section B of the accreditation submission.

Critical aspects for The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit assessment and evidence must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the required to demonstrate requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and competency in this unit knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

• knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions that are to apply when maintaining and monitoring OHS procedures and environmental work practices

• demonstration of maintenance of OHS and environmental business systems and recording practices

• implementation of procedures and timely techniques for the safe, effective and efficient application of OHS and environmental work practices

• working with others to undertake and complete OHS and environmental procedures that meet required outcomes. Evidence should be collected over a period of time in a range of workplace-relevant contexts and include dealings with an appropriate range of situations.

Context of and specific Competency must be assessed in a workplace that provides resources for assessment access to the required resources or simulated environment. Assessment is to occur under standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints. It is to comply with relevant regulatory requirements or Australian Standards requirements.

Assessment of the practical components of this unit will be by observation of relevant skills. The following resources must be available:

• materials and equipment relevant to assessing candidate’s ability to maintain and monitor OHS procedures and environmental work practices, including:

• sample copies of local, state and federal legislation, regulations, codes of practice, safe operating procedures and industry checklists

• relevant industry work sites, such as administration buildings, stables and pastures

• work instructions and related documentation. Method of assessment The suggested strategies for the assessment of this unit are: • written and/or oral assessment of candidate’s required knowledge

• observed, documented and firsthand testimonial evidence of candidate’s application of practical tasks • simulation exercises conducted in an appropriate simulated environment. Evidence is required to be demonstrated over a period of time, therefore where performance is not directly observed any evidence should be authenticated by supervisors or other appropriate persons. This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role.