Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit covers the knowledge and skill required to participate in horse riding activities of up to a day's duration in a controlled environment along tracked areas with reasonable level terrain with no steep ascents, descents or gullies and containing some predictable terrain hazards. No licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to those working as assistant horse riding guides under supervision, in controlled tracked areas. This unit may also apply to those working as horse riding support staff for private outdoor adventure companies and or school based outdoor education programs, such as holiday programs and camps. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan for the riding activity. |
1.1. Identify possible hazards and risks associated with the ride according to organisational policies and procedures . 1.2. Access and confirm intended route and become familiar with route environment for the intended ride according to organisational policies and procedures. 1.3. Prepare and pack navigation equipment and other safety resources according to organisational policies and procedures. 1.4. Access relevant sources to interpret weather and environmental information and ascertain possible impact on the ride. |
2. Select and prepare horse and equipment. |
2.1. Assess and select horse for safety and suitability for the ride according to organisational policies and procedures. 2.2. Select suitable riding equipment after consideration of contextual issues , and check that it is in good working condition according to organisational policies and procedures. 2.3. Plan and pack personal equipment and food and water resources for the duration of the ride. 2.4. Catch and lead horse tether, and tack up in a safe and appropriate manner. 2.5. Fit and correctly adjust tack and personal equipment, suitable for the rider and horse. |
3. Demonstrate horse riding skills in a trail ride situation. |
3.1. Mount and dismount in a safe manner in an open trail ride environment without assistance according to organisational policies and procedures. 3.2. Adopt appropriate posture for horse riding and handle the horse in a safe and effective manner. 3.3. Establish and maintain an appropriate rhythm and pace. 3.4. Negotiate obstacles safely according to organisational policies and procedures. 3.5. Negotiate ascending and descending inclines safely. 3.6. Demonstrate appropriate navigation skills to follow planned route. 3.7. Apply minimum impact procedures according to relevant legislation and organisational policies and procedures. |
4. Evaluate the ride. |
4.1. Evaluate relevant aspects of the ride. 4.2. Identify improvements for future rides. 4.3. Review own performance and identify potential improvements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure participation in a horse riding activity that is up to a day's duration to demonstrate competency and consistency of performance. Assessment must also ensure access to:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Guidance information for assessment |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Hazards may include: |
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Risks may include: |
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Organisational policies and procedures may include: |
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Route environment may include: |
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Navigation equipment may include: |
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Relevant sources may include: |
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Weather and environmental information may include: |
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Riding equipment may include: |
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Contextual issues may include: |
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Personal equipment may include: |
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Mount may include: |
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Rhythm may include: |
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Obstacles may include: |
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Relevant legislation may include: |
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Relevant aspects may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Outdoor Recreation |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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Competency field
Competency field |