Unit Award Scheme

113906 CARING FOR RESCUED HORSES: HEAD COLLARING A HORSE MINDFULLY

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
shown knowledge of
1	three reasons to be calm and quiet around horses	Summary sheet
2	two types of body language that a horse uses to communicate	Summary sheet
3	two pieces of safety equipment that must be worn when around horses and why	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
4	approach a horse in a field in a safe and mindful manner	Summary sheet
5	greet a horse appropriately	Summary sheet
6	stand in the correct position on the left hand side of the horse	Summary sheet
7	hold the head collar up to the horse and allow it to smell the head collar	Summary sheet
8	place the nose band around the horse's nose and bring the crown piece/long strap behind the horse's ears slowly	Summary sheet
9	fasten the buckle on the left side ensuring it is not too tight or too loose	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
10	how human body language can affect the way in which a horse reacts	Summary sheet
experienced
11	working safely and considerately with horses.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 14 August 2020Level - Entry Level