This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to manage the nutritional requirements of horses, including all aspects of feeding plan development, implementation and monitoring, the selection and management of pasture for horses, and responses to nutritional-related disorders and specific needs.

The unit applies to individuals who have responsibility for the management of the nutritional requirements of a diverse range of performance horses. It applies to individuals working in all horse industry sectors, including training and competition centres, stud farms, agistment centres and riding schools.

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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Identify credible sources of information on equine nutrition relevant to workplace needs, including scientific and technical literature, historical records and industry practice information
Analyse research findings to determine credibility, relevance and currency of information
Determine the nutritional needs of horses of various classes based on research findings relevant to workplace requirements
Apply relevant research findings to the management of workplace nutrition practices
Determine suitable nutrients for inclusion in an equine diet according to the individual needs of each horse, availability, quality and cost
Organise laboratory testing to determine the quality and quantities of ingredients required for ration formulation according to workplace requirements
Implement safe, secure and hygienic storage of feed and ingredients
Calibrate measuring equipment and calculate quantities at regular intervals
Develop a feeding plan to supply nutritional requirements to meet appropriate horse condition, performance and health outcomes
Formulate rations on the basis of identified nutritional requirements, digestive physiology and anatomy, and availability of feedstuffs
Implement feeding methods and techniques to support natural feeding behaviours
Adapt feeding plan to respond to variations in nutritional requirements and seasonal conditions
Apply a cost-effective approach to sourcing and supplying required nutrients
Assess and manage the environmental impacts of supplying feedstuffs
Supply rations to horses according to feeding plan schedule and requirements
Ensure feeding records and feed orders are maintained, monitored and prepared according to workplace requirements
Monitor the implementation of the program using appropriate measures to ensure the goals of the feeding plan are achieved
Monitor and document reactions to changes in feed types, ingredients or schedules
Develop and implement a plan to manage documented adverse reactions to rations
Monitor, review and record the feeding plan and implement improvements and adjustments as required
Monitor the health of horses for signs of inadequate nutrition or nutrition-related diseases
Research and implement solutions for identified nutrition-related health problems and seek veterinarian or other professional advice according to the type of problem
Implement alternative feed regimes, diets or methods to counter the effects of poor nutrition
Implement strategies to prevent the development of nutrition-related diseases
Identify and select pasture species on the basis of nutritional value, persistence under grazing by horses, and environmental requirements
Determine harmful effects of pasture species for various classes of horses, and develop a management strategy to ensure herd health
Identify and remove plants poisonous to horses from pastures and areas accessed by horses
Develop and implement a pasture management plan to maximise nutritional value, and minimise negative health and environmental impacts

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