Horse Care Assessor guidelines
Introductory Practical Assessment
Introductory Certificate Practical Assessment LEARNER NAME:
Unit
ASSESSOR: Module Competence objective
DATE: MEMBERSHIP NUMBER:
VENUE: Comments
Performance Criteria
1B
1.1
Demonstrate how to safely approach a horse, when in the stable
The learner can explain and show how to approach a horse in the stable, with thought to the safety of themselves and the horse.
1B
1.2
Demonstrate how to safely approach a horse, when in an open space
The learner can explain and show (where possible) how to approach a horse in an open space, with thought to the safety of them and the horse.
1B
2.1
Safely give a treat to a horse by hand
The learner can show how they would give a horse a treat by hand. They should be able to explain the reasons for giving a horse a treat.
1B
3.1
Put on a headcollar and ensure it fits correctly.
The learner can demonstrate how to put their horse’s headcollar on and secure, giving thought to the safety of themselves and their horse.
1B
3.2
Put on a headcollar and ensure it fits correctly.
The learner can describe how a headcollar fits the horse and show how they check the fit.
1B
4.1
Safely lead a horse in hand and turn the horse around.
The learner can safely lead a horse, on the correct side, and turn the horse away from them safely.
1B
5.1
Choose a suitable place to tie the horse up and secure the rope with a quick release knot.
The learner should be able to describe safe and unsafe places to tie their horse, with appropriate reasons why.
1B
5.2
Choose a suitable place to tie the horse up and secure the rope with a quick release knot.
The learner can secure a lead rope with a quick release knot and explain why this is necessary.
1B
6.1
Release a horse into an enclosed turn out pen, ensuring the safety of all people and horses.
The learner can discuss and show how they would safely release a horse into an open space, with consideration to the safety of themselves and others.
1C
2.1
Pick out the feet of a horse with regards to your safety.
The learner can demonstrate how to pick out all four of their horse’s feet (with assistance where appropriate), with regards to their own safety.
1D
3.1
Put on a snaffle bridle.
The learner can put on a snaffle bridle correctly (with assistance where necessary) and secure appropriately and safely.
1D
4.1
Put on a saddle with a numnah or saddle cloth.
The learner can put on a saddle correctly (with assistance where appropriate) ensuring that the saddle pad is pulled up into the gullet of the saddle and secured.
1D
4.2
Put on a saddle with a numnah or saddle cloth.
The learner can suitably adjust girth and stirrup leathers.
The learner can work safely and efficiently at all times, throughout all tasks and use the correct terms for equipment where appropriate
Assessor Signature
Date
Pass/ refer
Module 2D – Fitting and care of saddlery
Preliminary
Suggested questions: 1. What is the purpose of a throat lash? 2. Why should the throat lash not be fitted too tightly? 3. If the browband is too small, where might it cause discomfort to the horse? 4. What harm could a bit that is too small cause? 5. What harm would a cavesson noseband cause if fitted too high up the head? 6. What harm would a dropped noseband cause if fitted too low down the head? 7. With a flash noseband which strap should be tightened first and why? 8. Why should a saddle not be too long for the horse? 9. What signs might a horse indicate if a saddle is an incorrect fit and not comfortable? 10. How often should your tack be cleaned and why?
Horse Care
Certification guidance
Module 2E – Stable Routines Suggested questions:
Assessor guidelines
1. Why is it important to weigh the amount of hay you have put in the haynet? 2. What harm may the horse come to if a haynet is tied too high up? 3. What harm may the horse come to if a haynet is tied too low down? 4. How would you know if the stable has enough bedding in it? 5. What are the reasons for making banks of bedding around the walls of a stable? 6. What is a deep/semi deep litter bed? Can you think of pros/cons to this? 7. How would you clean out a stable fitted with rubber matting? Module 2F – Travelling horses Suggested questions: 1. What is a tail bandage used for? 2. How long can a tail bandage be safely left on for? 3. What damage will be caused if the bandage is too tight or left on for too long? 4. Why must care be taken with the rug straps when putting it onto the horse? 5. Why must the horse’s coat and mane lie smoothly under the rug? 6. How do you recognise if cross over/belly straps are too long or too short? 7. What accident could happen if the belly straps are too long?
Preliminary Practical Assessment
Preliminary Practical Assessment LEARNER NAME:
Unit
ASSESSOR: Module Competence objective
DATE: MEMBERSHIP NUMBER:
Performance Criteria
2C
3.1
Demonstrate the effective use of each item of the grooming kit
The learner can use the items of the grooming kit correctly
2C
3.2
Demonstrate the effective use of each item of the grooming kit
The learner can use the items of the grooming kit in the correct order
2C
3.3
Demonstrate the effective use of each item of the grooming kit
The learner will select the correct grooming items for use on the field kept horse and explain their horse
2C
3.4
Demonstrate the effective use of each item of the grooming kit
The learner will select the correct items for use on the stable kept or clipped horse and explain their reasons
2C
3.5
The learner can demonstrate how to handle the horse in a safe manner while grooming
2D
1.1
Demonstrate the effective use of each item of the grooming kit Fit a snaffle bridle and explain how to ensure its correct fit
2D
1.2
Fit a snaffle bridle and explain how to ensure its correct fit
2D
1.3
Fit a snaffle bridle and explain how to ensure its correct fit
2D
1.4
Fit a snaffle bridle and explain how to ensure its correct fit
The learner will be able to assess the size and fit of the browband
2D
1.5
Fit a snaffle bridle and explain how to ensure its correct fit
The learner can demonstrate how to check the position and overall fit of the noseband
2D
2.1
Recognise the correct and incorrect fitting of nosebands
The learner can explain how to assess the position and fit of a cavesson noseband
2D
2.1
Recognise the correct and incorrect fitting of nosebands
The learner can explain how to assess the position and fit of a drop noseband
2D
2.1
Recognise the correct and incorrect fitting of nosebands
The learner can explain how to assess the position and fit of both straps on a flash noseband
2D
2.1
Recognise the correct and incorrect fitting of nosebands
The learner can explain how to assess the fit of a grackle noseband, which has been previously fitted to the horse
2D
3.0
Recognise the correct/incorrect fit of saddles
The learner can explain how to assess the correct fit of a saddle, pointing out the key aspects of saddle width/length
The learner can demonstrate how to put on the snaffle bridle The learner can demonstrate and explain how to check the bit for size and correct height in the horse’s mouth The learner will demonstrate how to correctly fasten and adjust the length of the cheek pieces and throat lash
VENUE: Comments
Pass/ refer
Preliminary Practical Assessment LEARNER NAME:
Unit
ASSESSOR: Module Competence objective
DATE: MEMBERSHIP NUMBER:
Performance Criteria
2D
3.1
Recognise the correct/incorrect fit of saddles
The learner can assess a saddle that is an incorrect fit for the horse
2D
3.2
Recognise the correct/incorrect fit of saddles
The learner can identify and explain how an incorrectly fitting saddle can be harmful to the horse
2D
4.1
Demonstrate how to clean and care for tack
The learner can select the correct items to use and demonstrate how to clean a saddle, stirrup leathers, irons and treads
2D
4.2
Demonstrate how to clean and care for tack
The learner can recognise what the girth is made of and demonstrate or explain how it should be cleaned
2D
4.3
Demonstrate how to clean and care for tack
The learner can demonstrate how to take a snaffle bridle apart, cleaning the leather and the bit separately
2D
4.4
Demonstrate how to clean and care for tack
The learner can demonstrate how to correctly re-assemble the bridle
2E
2.1
Demonstrate how to fill, weigh and tie up a haynet
The learner can demonstrate how to fill a haynet with an amount dictated by the assessor and weigh the filled haynet
2E
2.2
Demonstrate how to fill, weigh and tie up a haynet
The learner will be able to demonstrate how to tie a haynet in a safe way, at an appropriate height
2E
3.1
Demonstrate how to safely lift items, such as a bucket of water or bale of hay
The learner can fill a water bucket with a suitable amount that they can safely lift it and demonstrate how to do so in a safe manner
2E
3.2
Demonstrate how to safely lift items, such as a bucket of water or bale of hay
The learner can demonstrate how they would lift heavier items such as a bale of hay, asking others to assist if necessary and appropriate
2E
4.1
Demonstrate how to muck out a stable
The learner can select appropriate tools to muck out a stable and make the area safe for themselves and any horses
2E
4.2
Demonstrate how to muck out a stable
The learner can demonstrate how to remove droppings and soiled bedding and consequently bed the cleaned stable down for the horse
2E
4.3
Demonstrate how to muck out a stable
The learner will clean the surrounding yard area and return equipment, leaving the area in a clean, safe manner
2E
4.4
Demonstrate how to muck out a stable
The learner can explain how to much out stables with various different types of bedding
VENUE: Comments
Pass/ refer
Preliminary Practical Assessment
DATE:
LEARNER NAME:
MEMBERSHIP NUMBER:
ASSESSOR:
VENUE:
Unit
Module
Competence objective
Performance Criteria
2F
1.1
Demonstrate how to put on a tail bandage
The learner can demonstrate how to put on a tail bandage and ensure it will stay in place, with regard to their own safety and the comfort of the horse
2F
1.2
Demonstrate how to put on a tail bandage
The learner will be able to safely remove the tail bandage and roll it correctly to store for future use
2F
2.1
Demonstrate how to safely put on and take off a rug
The learner will be able to safely put a rug onto a horse, ensuring that the horse is firstly secured in a safe place
2F
2.2
Demonstrate how to safely put on and take off a rug
The learner can demonstrate how to secure the rug appropriately, according to its type and fastenings
2F
2.3
Demonstrate how to safely put on and take off a rug
The learner will be able to safely unfasten and remove the rug, with regard to their own safety and that of the horse
2F
2.4
Select and apply appropriate clothing and equipment for travel
The learner will be able to select appropriate equipment for travelling a horse, explaining their selection of various items and materials
2F
2.5
Select and apply appropriate clothing and equipment for travel
The learner can demonstrate how to safely dress the horse in preparation for travel, explaining their application of various items
2F
2.6
Select and apply appropriate clothing and equipment for travel
The learner will be able to explain why they have chosen selected clothing/equipment and what they would have chosen should some items not be available
Comments
Pass/ refer
The learner can work safely and efficiently at all times, completing tasks to competition standard where appropriate The learner uses the correct terms for equipment and anatomy of the horse/pony where appropriate
Assessor Signature
Date
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Module 3C—Washing Horses Suggested questions may include: 1. When/why might a horse’s tail need washing? 2. How should you keep yourself safe when washing the tail? 3. What would you take into consideration when choosing how many plaits to divide the mane into? 4. How long is it safe to leave the mane plaited for?
Certification guidance
Horse Care Module 3F – Rugs, boots and bandages
Novice
Assessor guidelines Suggested questions may include:
1. What is the meaning of ‘weight’ as a term used for horse rugs? 2. How would you decide which warmth of stable rug to use on the horse? 3. What does ‘wicking’ mean, with regard to horse rugs? 4. How could using rugs that are too warm for the horse be detrimental? 5. Why might the horse’s mane be damaged by rugs? 6. Why might the horse’s shoulders become rubbed and bald? 7. Select the rug that you would choose for after work when the horse is hot and sweaty, and explain why? 8. Select the rug that you would use for a horse when turned out in summer, and explain why? 9. Select the rug that you would use for a stabled horse on a warm summer night, and explain why? 10. Select the rug that you would use for a clipped horse when turned out on a wet winter day, and explain why? 11. Why might a horse require stable bandages? 12. Why is it important to have an equal tension on the stable bandage? 13. What injuries may be caused by incorrect fitting bandages? 14. What areas of the leg is an exercise bandage expected to protect? 15. What are the dangers of incorrectly applied exercise bandages? 16. What areas of the leg should brushing boots protect? 17. Name three occasions on which brushing boots should be used. 18. Why is it important that legs do not get over-heated under brushing boots? 19. What areas of the horse should brushing boots protect? 20. Are brushing or over-reach boots permitted during dressage tests?
Novice Practical Assessment
Novice Practical Assessment
DATE:
LEARNER NAME:
MEMBERSHIP NUMBER:
ASSESSOR:
VENUE:
Unit
Module
Competence objective
Performance Criteria
3B
1.1
Prepare a horse for a pre-competition inspection
The learner can select the equipment required to safely lead the horse
3B
1.2
Prepare a horse for a pre-competition inspection
The learner will be able to put on and adjust the equipment selected to trot up the horse
3B
1.3
Prepare a horse for a pre-competition inspection
The learner will be able to demonstrate how to ensure that the horse is clean, tidy and feet are picked out ready to present
3B
2.1
Present a rider for a pre-competition inspection
3B
2.2
Present a rider for a pre-competition inspection
The learner will be able to explain how to present themselves appropriately in order to handle the horse, and what clothing they would wear The learner will be able to discuss what items of protective clothing must be worn for an inspection
3B
3.1
Demonstrate how to walk, trot and turn the horse in hand
The learner will demonstrate how to correctly hold the horse and walk them in a straight line
3B
3.2
Demonstrate how to walk, trot and turn the horse in hand
The learner will be able to demonstrate how to safely turn the horse and trot the horse for inspection
3B
3.3
Demonstrate how to walk, trot and turn the horse in hand
The learner can demonstrate how to stand the horse for inspection
3C
1.1
Demonstrate how to wash a horse’s tail
The learner will collect together all the required equipment to wash the horse’s tail and secure the horse in a suitable place in preparation for washing
3C
1.2
Demonstrate how to wash a horse’s tail
The learner will demonstrate how to wash the horse’s tail, demonstrating how to remove excess water and detangle the tail after washing
3C
5.1
Demonstrate how to plait the mane and forelock
The learner will be able to select the appropriate equipment and secure the horse in an appropriate place for plaiting
3C
5.2
Demonstrate how to plait the mane and forelock
The learner can prepare the mane and forelock for plaiting, including sectioning the mane into appropriate sections
3C
5.3
Demonstrate how to plait the mane and forelock
The learner can demonstrate how to plait and secure at least two sections of mane with plaiting bands
3C
5.4
Demonstrate how to plait the mane and forelock
The learner can demonstrate how to plait and secure at least two sections of mane with thread, ensuring that the plaits are secure and tidy enough for several hours
Comments
Pass/ refer
Novice Practical Assessment
DATE:
LEARNER NAME:
MEMBERSHIP NUMBER:
ASSESSOR:
VENUE:
Unit
Module
Competence objective
Performance Criteria
3C
5.5
Demonstrate how to plait the mane and forelock
The learner can demonstrate how to remove plaits without damaging the mane
3F
1.1
Recognise rugs of different types and explain their uses
The learner can explain and describe rugs that would be suitable to use on a horse in the stable at different times of year and at a range of temperatures
3F
1.2
Recognise rugs of different types and explain their uses
The learner can describe and explain rugs that would be suitable for a horse that is turned out in the summer, winter and to protect against flies
3F
1.3
Recognise rugs of different types and explain their uses
The learner can explain and describe rugs that would be suitable for a horse after work, after washing and when travelling
3F
2.1
Apply stable bandages to front and hind legs and explain their purpose
The learner can explain and describe suitable equipment and apply stable bandages to both a front and hind leg
3F
2.2
Apply stable bandages to front and hind legs and explain their purpose
The learner can correctly remove stable bandages and roll correctly for future use
3F
3.1
Apply exercise bandages to front and hind legs and explain their purpose
The learner can select suitable equipment and apply exercise bandages to both a front and hind leg
3F
3.2
Apply exercise bandages to front and hind legs and explain their purpose
The learner can correctly remove exercise bandages and roll correctly for future use
3F
4.1
Apply brushing boots and ensure that they are a correct fit
The learner will select and fit appropriate brushing boots for the front and hind legs
3F
4.2
Apply brushing boots and ensure that they are a correct fit
The learner can explain how to recognise the correct fit of brushing boots
3F
5.1
Apply over-reach boots and ensure that they are a correct fit
The learner can select the correct size of over-reach boots and correctly fit them to the horse, explaining why they might be used
3F
5.1
Demonstrate knowledge of the rules for dressage competition
The learner can discuss when boots may/may not be worn, as well as the appropriate tack for competition at various levels from Intro to Medium
Comments
The learner can work safely and efficiently, completing tasks to competition standards The learner can use technical terms and correct names for equipment and anatomy where appropriate
Assessor Signature
Date
Pass/ refer
