ACMEQU212 — Handle horses safely

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What an assessment for ACMEQU212 must cover

82 assessable components: 4 elements (20 performance criteria), 24 performance evidence and 36 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 2 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Identify horses and their typical behaviour

1.1Distinguish horses by their features
1.2Identify horse behaviour related to the natural instincts, sensory perceptions and social behaviour of horses
1.3Identify and interpret common horse body language
1.4Identify how horse behaviour is affected by human behaviour
1.5Identify environmental factors that may affect horse behaviour

2 Identify and control personal risks when handling horses

2.1Identify horse and known temperament, behaviour and level of education of horse prior to handling
2.2Check and confirm suitability of horse against own handling ability, and required activities
2.3Identify hazards, and assess and control and/or report risks related to handling horse
2.4Use appropriate personal behaviour and body language when handling horse

3 Safely catch, lead, secure and release horse

3.1Select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE) according to workplace procedures
3.2Locate horse and observe horse body language and behaviour before approaching
3.3Select appropriate horse gear for handling horse safely
3.4Catch horse using halter, and lead, tie up and release horse using safe and low stress handling techniques
3.5Lead horse through gateways and narrow openings, and among other horses and people
3.6Catch, lead and release a horse within a group of horses
3.7Apply suitable horse restraint techniques and/or equipment to secure and control horse for proposed activity
3.8Lift fore and hind limbs and check horse’s hooves

4 Respond to immediate safety risks

4.1Monitor horse behaviour during all handling activities, and respond to situations and hazards that arise to avoid injury to self, others and horse
4.2Use safe and low stress handling techniques to control or minimise risks to horse and handler
4.3Report and seek assistance from supervisor on incidents and/or risks beyond level of own responsibility

Performance evidence

identified at least three horse handling hazards and assessed associated risks
communicated clearly with supervisor and/or others near the horse being handled
selected and correctly fitted personal protective equipment (PPE)
applied safe and low stress horse handling techniques and practices
fitted and correctly used horse handling gear, including prepared halter and lead in hand prior to approaching the horse
identified safety zones, confirmed horse is aware of handler, avoided danger zones, untied and led horse
positioned self to reduce risk of harm to self and others
using handling cues to achieve the desired horse response, including ‘go’, ‘slow’, ‘turn’ and ‘stop’
on its own through gates, narrow openings and confined spaces
in single file with other horses and handlers
through a group of at least 2 horses
under control past others leading a horse
secured horse to tie-up point using safe knot
safely and effectively applied a restraint to horse, using at least one of the following:
hobble
nose twitch
skin twitch
horse crush
fitted an anti-rearing bit
fitted a bit and bridle
fitted and used appropriately a nose chain to headcollar
correctly lifted and checked fore and hind hooves
removed halter and lead while assuming safe body position in relation to horse
reported one incident to supervisor

Knowledge evidence

features of a horse, including height, points, colour, markings, gender
basic characteristics of common horse behaviour, natural instincts and social traits
posture and facial features that indicate horses are relaxed
posture and facial features that indicate horses are threatened or defensive
posture and facial features that indicate horses are distressed
aggressive
relaxed and approachable
self-confident
weather
natural environment
physical environment, including infrastructure
basic horse behaviours, including fight and flight responses, body language, herd, small group and adverse behaviours
horse bites, kicks, strikes, stomping, crushing and being knocked
zoonoses, including Hendra and ringworm
weather, including wind and rain
current assessment of horse suitability
use of safe and low stress horse handling practices
movement within horse safety zones
horse restraints, including horse gear, twitch and crush
fences and other barriers
infection control, including personal hygiene
pre-activity checks, including gear and equipment, horse behaviour and suitability in readiness for work tasks
clothing and footwear
face and eye protection
hand protection
head protection
common equine workplace written and verbal communication procedures and protocols
common types of injuries sustained by horses, handlers and others during handling activities
how horses learn through cues, pressure-release and repetition and reward
safe body position in relation to horses, and use of cues to start, slow down, stop and turn horse
quick release knots and safe methods of securing horses
nose twitch and skin twitch and ear twitch
hobbles
crush
chains, bits and bridles
chemical restraints

Foundation skills

Numeracy: Estimate and measure distance, area, weight, temperature and time
Oral communication: Use active listening and questioning techniques to clarify and confirm supervisor instructions Use industry terminology to describe horses, gear and equipment used for handling horses

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What does an assessment tool for ACMEQU212 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for ACMEQU212 needs to address all 82 unit components: 4 elements with 20 performance criteria, 24 performance evidence requirements, 36 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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