This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required for riding educated horses on the flat and in negotiating set obstacles in controlled and open areas. It includes knowledge of assessing risks to protect the welfare of people and horses.

This unit applies to riders who work under supervision, and who exercise calm, consistent and obedient horses that are ridden in areas that may include paddocks, stock or exercise yards, arenas, trails, and open areas at training and competition venues.

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