This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide daily care for horses, including cleaning stables, feeding and grooming.

This unit applies to workers who undertake routine horse care tasks under supervision. Work environments may include stables, small enclosed areas, paddocks and yards.

Commonwealth and state/territory health and safety and animal welfare legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to interacting with horses apply to workers in this industry. Requirements vary between industry sectors and jurisdictions.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.