Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version released with ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package Version 2.0. |
Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely fit standard shoes for equines with hooves in healthy condition or presenting with common faults and defects, which can be treated with minor shoe modifications of pre-manufactured shoes.
The unit applies to individuals who use technical knowledge and skills to perform farriery services across different equine industry sectors.
Workplace 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.
No occupational licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Unit Sector
Farriery (FAR)
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. Examine an equine and condition of its hooves |
1.1 Observe equine gait and conformation to identify common faults and defects or signs of lameness 1.2 Identify, select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to workplace procedures 1.3 Use safe handling techniques and control equines in a way that reduces stress and alarm and minimises risk to the equine and handlers 1.4 Adopt a working position that maintains the comfort and safety of the equine, the farrier and assistants 1.5 Use appropriate tools to safely remove shoes and clean hoof of debris 1.6 Examine the shoes and hoof and assess the wear pattern for trimming and shoeing 1.7 Report any conditions requiring higher level treatment by a veterinarian or other specialist 1.8 Change the shoeing plan dependent on the condition of the hooves |
2. Trim and prepare hooves |
2.1 Correctly identify hoof defects, trim and prepare hooves to achieve balance, level and shape without injury to equine hooves 2.2 Monitor work to ensure hoof preparation meets quality outcomes |
3. Fit shoes |
3.1 Select tools needed according to equine and situational requirements to fit shoes 3.2 Select the type and size of shoe, and modify to fit individual equine hoof 3.3 Shape shoes to incorporate any extra functionality identified in shoeing plan 3.4 Fit shoes and assess the need for any final adjustments 3.5 Make final adjustments to the shape and size of the shoe |
4. Attach shoes and finish shoeing process |
4.1 Select suitable tools and materials for attaching and finishing the job 4.2 Attach shoe safely, securely and in the correct position 4.3 Finish the hoof and check the welfare of the equine 4.4 Check correct fit of shoe by inspecting the shoe with hooves on and off the ground 4.5 Identify any signs of lameness by walking and/or trotting the equine on firm ground 4.6 Advise clients, carers or other specialists of actions taken and future hoof care requirements 4.7 Maintain service records according to workplace procedures 4.8 Dispose of waste material safely according to workplace hygiene and biosecurity procedures |
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 |
Writing |
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Numeracy |
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Navigate the world of work |
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Interact with others |
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Get the work done |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
ACMFAR409 Select and fit shoes for normal healthy equines |
ACMFAR309 Select and fit shoes for normal healthy equines |
Coding of unit changed to reflect indicative AQF level 4. Minor changes to clarify intent of unit. Performance evidence requirements modified. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b75f4b23-54c9-4cc9-a5db-d3502d154103