This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, develop and evaluate policies and procedures relating to the financial, insurance and legislative requirements of a horse establishment. It includes the development and evaluation of workplace systems to ensure compliance with legislative requirements.

This unit applies to individuals who have management and workplace health and safety responsibilities in a horse establishment, working independently and collaboratively with others within organisational guidelines. They analyse information, solve routine and at times complex problems, and convey information to others.

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.