ACMEQU419 — Evaluate saddlery and gear fit for horse and rider combination

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What an assessment for ACMEQU419 must cover

45 assessable components: 3 elements (21 performance criteria), 5 performance evidence and 16 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 3 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 Relate saddlery and gear design and condition to purpose and safety considerations

1.1Identify main components, design features and purpose of saddlery and gear for a range of horse sport disciplines or work activities
1.2Identify hazards and safety issues associated with saddlery and gear components
1.3Determine rider physical characteristics, experience, requirements and intended riding purpose
1.4Identify saddlery and gear suitable for different levels of rider experience
1.5Assess condition and safety of saddlery and gear, identifying areas of stress, wear points and damage
1.6Provide advice on options for maintaining, repairing or replacing saddlery and gear for rider and horse safety

2 Assess horse comfort in relation to fit of saddlery and gear

2.1Relate horse breed, conformation and developmental characteristics to fit of saddlery and gear
2.2Relate horse fitness and exercise level, and intended sport discipline or work activity, to fit of saddlery and associated gear
2.3Establish a safe place to assess static and ridden fit of gear
2.4Assess and control risks associated with interacting with horses in close proximity when checking condition and fit of saddlery and gear
2.5Check correct placement and fit of saddle, bit and bridle on horse
2.6Examine horse for signs indicating pain or discomfort relevant to fit of saddle and associated gear using palpation and observation techniques
2.7Determine need for adjustments to saddle and associated gear with rider and make necessary fitting adjustments prior to horse being ridden

3 Assess suitability of saddlery and gear for rider and horse

3.1Confirm rider wears required safety and personal protective gear prior to mounting horse
3.2Observe rider in saddle when static and assess posture, leg position and balance
3.3Observe rider position, balance and stability when riding in different gaits
3.4Observe horse balance, movement and comfort in movement under saddle when ridden
3.5Request feedback from rider, and coach where available, and interpret issues relating to fit of saddlery and gear
3.6Assess and report fit of saddle mount, bit and bridle, and other accessory gear, where relevant
3.7Provide advice on options for adjusting saddlery for safety and improved rider and horse comfort, and make adjustments or referrals as required
3.8Record key information about rider and horse according to workplace requirements

Performance evidence

assessed the fit of saddlery and gear for at least three different rider and horse combinations, selected from three of the following categories: all-purpose recreational riding activity, sport discipline activity requiring a specific saddle and gear, work activity – western or stock saddle, or pack saddle, child or youth saddle suitable for ponies, riding for the disabled.
assessed safety, condition, purpose and suitability of saddlery and gear
assessed fit of saddlery and gear for rider and horse comfort and safety, and made recommendations on fitting adjustments and maintenance
used safe work practices around horses and assessed risks to riders, horses and self in relation to saddlery and gear
communicated and interacted effectively with at least two different riders and their coaches, where appropriate.

Knowledge evidence

main components of saddlery and gear, including: - saddles - girths and surcingles - breastplates and martingales - cruppers - stirrup leathers - stirrup irons - bits - bridles - reins - boots and bandages
fundamentals of saddlery and gear, including: - main design features - types of materials used - maintenance and care - gear requirements for different sport disciplines, including competition at different levels where relevant
safety gear for riders, including boots, helmet, body protection
techniques for adjusting fit of saddlery and gear
safety aspects of saddlery and gear, including: - safety devices and technologies - checking and maintaining condition and wear
safe work practices when interacting with horses, including: - hazards and signs of caution - risk assessment and control - safe horse handling techniques - rider/horse matching techniques and tools - safe manual handling, including lifting saddlery and gear - personal protective equipment (PPE)
safe environments for assessing fit of gear, including: - flat surface for static assessment - controlled or enclosed arena or property for ridden assessment - consideration of proximity to roads and the public
basic horse musculoskeletal features and biomechanics related to fit of saddlery and associated gear
features to observe in horses to determine correct fit of saddle and associated gear, including: - gait, stance and symmetry - conformation, posture - behaviour, facial expressions, vocalisation
recognising correct and incorrectly fitted gear, including: - horse behaviour and physical signs - rider physical position and posture and effects on horse movement and comfort
criteria for assessing saddle fit, including: - balance - wither clearance - channel width - panel contact - girth point - saddle length and straightness - saddle tree angle and width
criteria for assessing bit and bridle fit, including: - correct bit type for sport or intended activity - correct size of bit/mouthpiece - position and tension of bit in mouth - position and tension of noseband and straps
techniques for working with riders and coaches, including clear communication, collaborative interactions and client confidentiality
professional saddle and bit and bridle-fitters, and repairers and/or manufacturers
key requirements of biosecurity standards and workplace hygiene relating to saddlery and gear
key principles and practices of animal welfare relating to use and comfort of saddlery and gear, and humane and ethical handling of horses

Foundation skills

Writing: Complete workplace documentation using industry terminology in print-based and/or digital formats
Oral communication: Use questioning and listening skills to elicit information and confirm and clarify understanding Use language and tone appropriate for audience
Numeracy: Estimate measurements of horse and rider physical characteristics with reasonable accuracy, including height and weight

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What does an assessment tool for ACMEQU419 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for ACMEQU419 needs to address all 45 unit components: 3 elements with 21 performance criteria, 5 performance evidence requirements, 16 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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