Unit Award Scheme

112433 HORSE HANDLING (UNIT 2)

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	at least two reasons for tying a horse to a safety loop or twine attached to a fitting, as opposed to tying it straight to a wall ring	Summary sheet
2	a minimum of two different feeds and the main safety issues associated with each one	Summary sheet
3	the main reasons for horses wearing rugs	Summary sheet
4	yard safety, by ensuring the yard gates are fastened when horses are in the yard, and can give one example of why this is important	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
5	prepare a stable ready for a horse's use	Summary sheet
6	use safe working practice around the horse	Summary sheet
7	safely catch a horse in a field	Summary sheet
8	safely lead a horse from the correct side, showing complete control of the horse	Summary sheet
9	safely fit a head collar, with all correct fastenings securely fixed, without spooking the horse	Summary sheet
10	tie up a horse to the correct fitting, including using a quick release knot and ensuring the horse is tied at a reasonable length	Summary sheet
11	safely turn a horse in a field, including having an awareness of the power in a horse being turned out	Summary sheet
12	close and fasten a stable door so a horse cannot escape	Summary sheet
13	tie or close a field gate so a horse cannot escape	Summary sheet
14	put on and take off a rug from a horse.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 28 July 2019Level - Level One