ACMEQU424 — Evaluate equine service or therapy provision

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What an assessment for ACMEQU424 must cover

30 assessable components: 3 elements (13 performance criteria), 3 performance evidence and 10 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 4 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 Determine services or therapies suitable for use in horse health management

1.1Seek professional advice and/or veterinarian diagnosis to interpret signs of horse injuries, ailments and health problems
1.2Research appropriate services and therapy or recovery modalities for identified condition on the basis of evidence and credibility
1.3Identify equipment used in relevant therapies and recovery or rehabilitation programs, and explore their purpose and effectiveness
1.4Collaborate with veterinarians and/or other equine service practitioner to determine appropriate service, timelines and outcomes
1.5Assess the risks to horse and workplace associated with selected service

2 Select equine service practitioner

2.1Assess practitioner qualifications for rigour, credibility and compliance with relevant legislation
2.2Seek and evaluate practitioner testimonials from a range of sources
2.3Select appropriate practitioner based on assessment of qualifications, experience and testimonials

3 Implement and evaluate outcomes of selected equine service

3.1Agree on expected outcomes and timelines for service or therapy with practitioner
3.2Ensure a safe work environment and low stress, safe and humane handling practices are followed during service or therapy
3.3Monitor and record horse progress against expected outcomes during service or therapy in collaboration with practitioner
3.4Evaluate impact of service or therapy against expected outcomes
3.5Adjust service or therapy based on horse response, taking into consideration practitioner, independent professional or veterinarian advice

Performance evidence

researched at least three different services or therapies to address a horse health issue, and identified a credible practitioner for each, selected from: - horse massage therapy - other horse bodywork - equine dental technician - hoof care - diet and nutrition analysis and advice - horse behaviour analysis and advice - alternative or complementary therapies
conducted a risk assessment relating to implementing the selected service or therapy
implemented, monitored, recorded and evaluated outcomes of selected service or therapy for at least one horse with a health condition

Knowledge evidence

fundamentals of equine anatomy and physiology relevant to injuries, ailments and health care
common horse injuries, ailments and health conditions
signs, causes, progression and healing processes of common equine ailments and injuries
range of services or therapies available for identified equine aliments and injuries, including: - horse massage therapy - other horse bodywork - equine dentistry - hoof care - diet and nutrition analysis and advice - equine behaviour analysis and advice - alternative or complementary therapies – homeopathy, aromatherapy
range of therapy modalities, including benefits, limits, scientific evidence and physiological plausibility
common equipment used in services or therapies researched in performance evidence
legislative regulations covering veterinary and equine health professional accreditation qualifications and licensing
industry bodies, professional development, compliance and accreditation processes
key requirements of work, health and safety regulations and guidelines relating to: - risk assessment, control and review - due diligence for staff and other personnel - safe horse handling techniques - use, storage, maintenance and replacement of personal protective equipment
key requirements of relevant legislation and codes of practice, including: - biosecurity relevant to horse disease, infection control and hygiene standards - workplace health and safety relating to interactions with horses - animal welfare relating to the safe, humane and ethical care of horses

Foundation skills

Learning: Undertake independent research to inform own understanding and to critically assess services and therapies
Reading: Gather, interpret and analyse textual information from a range of sources to identify relevant information Synthesise a range of textual information involving medical or veterinary terminology
Writing: Summarise key information in workplace documents using print-based or digital formats
Oral communication: Use questioning and listening skills to elicit opinions, clarify understanding and contribute to critical assessment of information

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What does an assessment tool for ACMEQU424 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for ACMEQU424 needs to address all 30 unit components: 3 elements with 13 performance criteria, 3 performance evidence requirements, 10 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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