| 1 | Be able to remove horseshoes and assess wear | 1.1 | Select a method of humane handling and control that is appropriate for the equine concerned and its requirements in order to minimise the risks to the animal, the handler, yourself and others |
| 1.2 | Clean feet and assess hoof condition |
| 1.3 | Select a location and adopt a working position to maintain personal and equine comfort |
| 1.4 | Remove shoes safely using appropriate tools and methods |
| 1.5 | Carry out re-examination of hoof, checking for foreign objects, or damaged hoof |
| 1.6 | Examine the shoe and assess the implications of the wear pattern for future foot care |
| 1.7 | Advise the person responsible for the equine of any need to adjust the foot care plan as a result of the state of the old shoe and any conditions found |
| 1.8 | Maintain the equine’s health and welfare throughout |
| 1.9 | Maintain the health and safety of the equine, yourself and others at all times |
| 2 | Understand how to work with equine when removing horse shoes | 2.1 | Describe the safe working limits on the foot |
| 2.2 | Explain how to remove shoes and the precautions to be taken to prevent injury to the equine and self |
| 2.3 | Explain how to lift, hold and work with equine feet |
| 3 | Know the tools required for removing horse shoes | 3.1 | Describe which tools to use and how to use and maintain them |
| 4 | Understand the shoe wear of equines | 4.1 | Explain the factors affecting the shoe wear including: i. temperament/behaviour ii. types of equines iii. work type and load iv. health v. foot conditions |
| 4.2 | Explain how to assess shoe wear in relation to the needs and conformation of the equine |
| 4.3 | Explain how the state of shoe or foot wear may affect the foot care plan |
| 4.4 | Explain how the state of shoe wear may affect the re-application of a shoe (refitting) where appropriate |
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