Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

ACMHBR405 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Supervise natural horse mating program

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency ACMHBR405 - Supervise natural horse mating program
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to make arrangements for natural mating based on reproductive histories and observations of reproductive behaviour in horses.The unit applies to individuals who use specialised knowledge and skills, have responsibility for a work activity, area or team, and provide and communicate solutions for a range of predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems in the horse breeding sector.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.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
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PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Make arrangements for natural mating
  • Check breeding records for stallion and mare reproductive histories
  • Select breeding stallions and mares for natural mating based on breeding history and other workplace records
  • Bring animals into optimal breeding condition by providing and adjusting nutrition and exercise
  • Assess breeding health of stallions and mares and take action to maximise fertility and breeding performance
  • Prepare facilities and equipment for natural mating
       
Element: Monitor reproductive behaviour in stallions and mares
  • Observe stallion behaviour for signs of reproductive activity and make arrangements for collecting semen according to workplace procedures
  • Collect and analyse semen to assess fertility, and store to maintain viability
  • Observe mare behaviour for signs of reproductive activity and determine timing for natural mating
  • Manipulate oestrus to meet breeding program and other requirements
       
Element: Complete records
  • Maintain workplace records according to workplace requirements
  • Ensure rules of breed registries and equine disciplines are adhered to
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Check breeding records for stallion and mare reproductive histories 
Select breeding stallions and mares for natural mating based on breeding history and other workplace records 
Bring animals into optimal breeding condition by providing and adjusting nutrition and exercise 
Assess breeding health of stallions and mares and take action to maximise fertility and breeding performance 
Prepare facilities and equipment for natural mating 
Observe stallion behaviour for signs of reproductive activity and make arrangements for collecting semen according to workplace procedures 
Collect and analyse semen to assess fertility, and store to maintain viability 
Observe mare behaviour for signs of reproductive activity and determine timing for natural mating 
Manipulate oestrus to meet breeding program and other requirements 
Maintain workplace records according to workplace requirements 
Ensure rules of breed registries and equine disciplines are adhered to 

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ACMHBR405 - Supervise natural horse mating program
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ACMHBR405 - Supervise natural horse mating program

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