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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included. |
Participant's needs and characteristics may include: | skill levelprevious experiencefitness level, emotional and physical capabilitiesageinjuries and illnessescondition on the day of the tripsize of the horse. |
Plan may include: | ride's aims and objectivesdate, time and duration of ridelocation, planned route and or destinationguide and participant ratiosresourcesequipmentweather detailssafety requirementscontingency plan. |
Relevant legislation may include: | occupational health and safetypermits from land management authoritiesequal opportunityprivacyworking with childrenenvironmental regulations. |
Organisational policies and procedures may include: | occupational health and safety Standard Operating Procedures for running a trail riderisk management proceduresassessment procedurestime and budget constraintsuse and maintenance of equipmentcommunication protocolsconfidentiality of participant informationguide and participant ratiosemergency and safety procedurescode of ethics. |
Hazards may include: | temperature extremes slippery or unstable terrain dangerous animals and insectsstinging trees and nettlesdense vegetation group management hazards. |
Risks may include: | hypothermiaheat exhaustioninjuriesexhaustionlost party or party memberequipment failure. |
Relevant sources may include: | Bureau of MeteorologyMedialand managers or agencieslocal knowledge. |
Weather and environmental information may include: | satellite imagesdaily and weekly forecastsmaximum and minimum temperaturesweather warningsevent warningsriver levelssynoptic chartshigh and low tide predictions. |
Food and water requirements may include: | range of foodsperishabilityenergy content.carrying capacity |
Principles of nutrition may include: | essential nutrientsindividual food requirements and allergieshydration. |
Contextual issues may include: | weather conditions, including timesseasontransportlocationtrip distance and durationgroup objectivesgroup size |
Appropriate authorities may include: | authoritiessupervisors |
Equipment may include: | saddles and associated horse equipment maps and compass safety equipmentEmergency Position-Indicating Radio Beacons ropes knife communication equipment. first aid equipmentsaddle bags |
Relevant information may include: | logistical detailssafety proceduresprevention and treatment of illnessesbehaviour patterns and characteristics of horsesequipment requirementspreventative measures for riskspossible hazardshorse handling and riding techniquesobjectives of day riderules and codesresponsible and safe behaviour.medical information, fitness and skills of the riders |
Communication system may include: | callsradiohand signalswhistles. |
Safety procedures may include: | correct fitting equipmentundamaged equipmentcommunication systemsuse of safety and rescue equipment.procedures for managing the groupassessing abilities of riders before departureteaching basic skills prior to departureensuring appropriate horse and rider combination |
Participant's performance may include: | use of appropriate communication systemriding techniqueriding pace and spaceattitudenegotiation of hazardsuse of equipmentsuitability of horse or rider combination. |
Variable factors may include: | change of weatherequipment failureparticipant's needsriding conditions. |
Suitable site may include: | rest stopsactivity sitestemporary shelter. |