Application
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to manage processes for identifying and participating in international competition opportunities to meet organisation goals, including assessing the feasibility of an overseas venture, considering resource implications, complying with international rules and regulations, managing transport and accommodation arrangements, and meeting quarantine obligations.
The unit applies to individuals who have extensive horse knowledge and a broad range of skills and experience working in managerial roles within performance horse training or breeding organisations. It is relevant to a range of performance horses and breeds competing in a wide range of international performance disciplines.
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.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Evaluate relevant international horse sport opportunities | 1.1 Identify and analyse requirements and potential compliance with international rules and regulations related to training and competing horses internationally in relevant discipline 1.2 Identify locations and suitable competitions within the relevant discipline 1.3 Research the qualifications and entry requirements for international competitions 1.4 Assess the suitability of individual horses and risks associated with participating in an international competition |
2. Evaluate the business benefits of competing internationally | 2.1 Determine business opportunities and goals for competing in international competition 2.2 Undertake cost-benefit analysis of international competition opportunities against financial considerations and business goals 2.3 Identify and pursue sponsorship, grant and novel funding opportunities 2.4 Identify international competition schedule 2.5 Evaluate resources required to support international competition |
3. Manage travel arrangements to compete internationally | 3.1 Research and evaluate international equine travel suppliers 3.2 Assess the specific requirements of international equine transport arrangements and arrange schedules to minimise health and performance risks associated with long-haul transport 3.3 Arrange transport and accommodation for horses and staff within the destination country or countries 3.4 Source industry specialists within the destination country or countries 3.5 Determine nutrition, health and welfare issues associated with travel to the destination country and competition 3.6 Develop and implement strategies to minimise and control risks associated with safe horse handling and international travel |
4. Manage international competition quarantine requirements | 4.1 Research relevant import and export quarantine regulations 4.2 Determine and comply with the vaccination, health status and pre-export health management requirements of the destination country 4.3 Arrange pre-export quarantine facilities with relevant personnel |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Reading | Access and interpret textual information in formal international competition procedures, rules and regulations Identify key information relevant to international competition in a range of documents |
Writing | Accurately complete forms and documents required by the international competition and suppliers of services |
Numeracy | Calculate costs, fees and resource requirements associated with participating in the international competition Analyse financial data and budgets Prepare timelines and schedules for organising the international competition |
Oral communication | Participate in verbal exchanges using language appropriate for a range of personnel |
Navigate the world of work | Recognise, follow and adhere to explicit and implicit protocols, rules and regulatory responsibilities related to own work |
Interact with others | Follow accepted communication practices and protocols in managing international opportunities for performance horses Collaborate and cooperate with others to achieve joint outcomes relevant to the international competition activity |
Get the work done | Plan, sequence and schedule multiple complex activities required for the international competition and monitor implementation, making adjustments as necessary Assess and control risks and regulations associated with international competition activities in own role and work area Use familiar digital systems and tools to access, analyse, record and present information relevant to the international competition activity |
Sectors
Performance Horse (PHR)