Range of VariablesThe Range of Variables explains the contexts within which the performance and knowledge requirements of this standard may be assessed. The scope of variables chosen in training and assessment requirements may depend on the work situations available |
Where might organisation work procedures and guidelines be found for the work to be undertaken? | Work procedures will be based on sound agricultural principles and practices and may include supervisors oral or written instructions, organisation standard operating procedures, specifications, work notes, waste disposal, recycling and re-use guidelines, and OHS procedures. |
What personal protective equipment may be relevant to this standard? | This may include boots, helmet, overalls, gloves, protective eyewear, hearing protection, respirator or face mask, and sun protection (sun hat, sunscreen). |
How must unbroken horses initially be handled? | Initially by approaching the unbroken horse, fitting halters, fitting neck collars, and use of industry recognised handling strategies. |
How must mouthing be performed? | By lunging, long reins, restraints, and other industry/organisation practices. |
What is involved in the education and breaking of horses? | It involves grooming, rugging, shoeing, riding in confined and open areas, and stockwork in confined and open areas. |
What actions could be taken to eliminate or minimise the OHS risk? | Relevant OHS hazards identification, risk assessment and risk control measures: safe operating proceduressafe manual handling systems and proceduressafe systems and procedures for outdoor work, including protection from solar radiationselection, use and maintenance of relevant personal protective equipment.all working routines for horses must be carried out in line with the provisions of the Workplace Health and Safety Acts and relevant animal codes of welfare. |
What are some common ailments of stockhorses? | Lower limb injury, respiratory diseases, infectious skin diseases, eye injuries, tendon and ligament injuries, lacerations and abrasions, viral, fungal or bacterial infections, internal or external parasites, nutritional disorders, and colic. |
What does working gear include? | It includes saddles, breastplates, martingales, bridles, cruppers, saddle bags, headstalls, saddle cloths, feeders, and rugs and restraining devices such as rearing bit, war bridle, blindfold, twitch, neck skin hold, leg strap, hobbles, and sidelines. |
For more information on contexts, environment and variables for training and assessment refer to the Sector Booklet. |
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