ACMEQU304 Apply horse identification techniques

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to accurately identify horses using a range of methods. It covers knowledge of horse physical features, permanent and temporary forms of identification, and industry sources of information on horse identification. It has application in a range of equine sectors and can be customised to identify other large animals or livestock.

The unit applies to individuals who have responsibility for identifying horses as part of their work duties, including rangers and animal rescue responders, and those working on horse properties, transport, equine veterinary facilities, sale yards and racing facilities.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety and animal welfare regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.

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