View Unit : Principals of assisting with introducing a driving horse in training horse to weight pulling

Unit

Unit Reference Number

M/601/8698

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

Principals of assisting with introducing a driving horse in training horse to weight pulling

Unit Level

Level 2

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

SSAs

3.3 Animal Care and Veterinary Science

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

Assessment is by oral questioning

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Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Know the Principals of assisting with introducing a driving horse in training to weight pulling	1.1	Outline how to select and prepare an appropriate area for introducing a driving horse to weight-pulling
		1.2	Describe various types of training equipment which may be safely and humanely used for introducing a horse to weight pulling
		1.3	Describe how to assist the Harness Horse Trainer with preparing a horse for introduction to weight pulling
		1.4	Describe how to assist with familiarising the horse to noises behind
		1.5	Outline how to assist the Harness Horse Trainer with various methods of introducing a horse to weight-pulling
		1.6	Outline how to assess, record and report the horse’s reactions to each phase of the training
		1.7	Outline why it is important to introduce a driving horse in training to weight pulling
		1.8	Explain the importance of familiarising a horse to noises behind before commencing weight-pulling training
		1.9	Describe the risks of selecting an inappropriate area to introduce a horse to weight pulling
		1.10	. Outline precautions to be taken when introducing a horse to weight pulling equipment
		1.11	. Outline the importance of following the horse trainer’s instructions when introducing a horse to weight pulling
		1.12	. Outline the plan for introducing a horse to weight pulling
		1.13	describe how to work with others to introduce a horse to weight pulling
2	Maintain equipment in a fit state for use	2.1	Explain the importance of maintaining equipment for use
2	Maintain equipment in a fit state for use	2.2	Describe the methods of maintaining the range of equipment used
3	Understand how to maintain health and safety of self and others and the welfare of the horse.	3.1	Outline current health and safety legislation and codes of practice, relevant to safety of self and others and welfare of the horse
		3.2	Explain the records required for management and legislative purposes and the importance of maintaining them
		3.3	Describe risks which may be encountered when introducing a horse to weight pulling, and how to minimise these.

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