This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the nutritional requirements of horses to reflect their class, condition and purpose, and to plan and monitor the efficacy of feed programs.

This unit is applicable to individuals who have management responsibilities for maintaining horses in optimum health and condition and overseeing their nutritional requirements within the horse breeding sector.

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.

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Analyse the main nutritional requirements of specific horses and the role each nutrient plays in the body
Describe the symptoms or signs of nutrient deficiency and the consequences of dietary imbalances
Determine horse nutritional requirements in terms of horse class, condition, growth stage and reproduction status
Calculate feed requirements for horses using a range of measures
Determine a range of food types and supplements suitable for horses of different class, condition, growth stage and reproduction status
Analyse the breakdown of foodstuffs in terms of their nutritional content and describe why they might be included in a ration
Analyse the nutritional value of common pasture species and weeds and seasonal changes in availability, digestibility and nutritional value
Calculate the impact of plant poisonings and chemical control as a result of spraying for weeds
Address the impact of contaminants and additives on drug testing and rules relevant to equine disciplines
Determine availability of feed and pastures on a seasonal basis and analyse in relation to the nutritional needs of the horse with regard to class, condition and use
Design and maintain a feeding program for the workplace, including the supervision of other staff as appropriate
Design feed charts for each horse, including the formulation of rations to reflect the requirements of the horse
Design a feed program that is cost-effective
Evaluate and adjust nutritional value and cost-effectiveness of the feeding program based on evaluation outcomes

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