Assessor Resource
RGRPSH206A
Develop riding skills for flatwork
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This unit of competency supports novice riders who have attained basic riding skills to ride horses at flatwork in less controlled conditions with a range of well-educated horses.
This unit can be contextualised for other industries while also maintaining the integrity of the unit.
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to develop riding skills for flatwork using well-educated horses. It includes communicating with supervisor and co-workers, assessing hazards, protecting the welfare of people and horses, and providing post-exercise care of horses.
The term well-educated horse' refers to an animal that has undergone sufficient training to ensure that it behaves in a safe, tractable and manageable way when being handled and ridden.
To undertake this unit the candidate will be able to apply safe horse handling skills and workplace OHS standards. It is recommended that RGRPSH201A Handle horses is delivered and assessed before or in conjunction with this unit of competency.
This unit of competency operates in workplace environments of racing stables, paddocks, yards, racecourses and public areas.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Check with your State Principal Racing Authority for current license or registration requirements.
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