Required skills

communication skills to interact with group leader and other participants to maintain a positive and safe environment while on the ride

planning and organising skills to plan relevant food water clothing and riding equipment for the ride

literacy skills to read and interpret route maps and analyse weather and environmental information

selfmanagement skills to

recognise and act within boundaries of role and responsibilities

review and evaluate personal performance

first aid and emergency response skills appropriate to the location or degree of remoteness to enable initial response to emergencies and personal health care

navigation skills and techniques in remote areas to enable safe participation in the ride

river crossing skills to cross rivers safely and select a suitable crossing location

Required knowledge

relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures to enable the safe participation in riding activity and legal access to remote areas

selection use and set up of horse riding tack and equipment such as bridles and saddles to enable safe riding

social behaviour psychology and vices of horses to recognise and manage individual temperaments and behaviours

gaits of horses appropriate to remote and difficult terrain

horse handling techniques and movements for horse riding in remote and difficult terrain such as turns halts and reverses mounting and dismounting and ascending and descending techniques

basic weather and environmental information to ascertain possible conditions and their effect on the ride

emergency and first aid procedures appropriate to the level and location to ensure risk minimisation to self and group

minimum impact code and practices applicable to horse riding to ensure protection of the environment

fluid and nutritional requirements for the ride including an overnight stay for both self and horse

clothing requirements for remote rides such as wet weather gear to maintain warmth and sun protection to minimise sunburn and heat stroke

basic horse first aid techniques to manage injuries sustained by horses during the ride

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential

plans for participation in rides in remote areas within own area of responsibility by accessing appropriate information impacting on the ride

identifies accesses and uses appropriate equipment and resources for the ride according to conditions and departure time frames

utilises knowledge of horse behaviour and horse riding and handling techniques to control and handle the horse to ensure the safety of self and others and develops a trusting relationship with the horse

safely manages and monitors the needs of the horse during stopovers and overnight taking into consideration the safety of other horses and riders

applies effective contingency management techniques to make adjustments in response to changing conditions such as negotiating hazards and changing weather conditions

evaluates and reflects on own riding to identify strengths weaknesses and areas that need improvement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure safe participation in a horse riding activity in a remote area that includes an overnight stay to allow the participant to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance

Assessment must also enable access to

a suitable remote location for the ride

suitable horses

equipment such as halters ropes saddles bridles helmets suitable clothing and boots

safety equipment such as first aid kit

navigation and overnight equipment such as communications equipment and sleeping bag or swag

organisational policies and procedures

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge The following examples are appropriate for this unit

observation of equipment selection and preparation to ensure proper fit and usage

oral and or written questioning to assess knowledge of safety aspects and horse handling techniques for remote areas

observation of safe participation and demonstration of correct technique while maintaining control of the horse at all times in steep or difficult terrain

thirdparty reports from a supervisor detailing performance

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector workplace and job role is recommended for example

SISOEQOA Manage horse illness and injuries in remote areas

SISOEQO412A Manage horse illness and injuries in remote areas.

Guidance information for assessment

Route environment may include:

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

Hazards may include:

Risks may include:

Relevant sources may include:

Weather and environmental information may include:

Principles of nutrition may include:

Duration of the ride may include:

Equipment may include:

Contextual issues may include:

First aid supplies may include:

Obstacles may include:

Terrain may include:

Relevant legislation may include:

Knots may include:

Relevant aspects may include: