ACMEQU510 — Provide equine massage therapy services

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What an assessment for ACMEQU510 must cover

92 assessable components: 4 elements (21 performance criteria), 22 performance evidence and 46 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 3 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Prepare to massage horse

1.1Review information from initial assessment and client information
1.2Determine or confirm massage requirements, including body area/s, sequence, and degree of pressure
1.3Outline massage therapy approach to client or carer and obtain consent to proceed

2 Prepare horse for massage therapy

2.1Assess and control risks associated with interacting with horses in close proximity
2.2Prepare a safe and controlled area for conducting horse massage therapy, and introduce horse to environment
2.3Complete required pre-massage preparation and remove rugs and gear, as required
2.4Approach and interact with horse using safe, low stress handling techniques, and secure as required

3 Massage horse using appropriate techniques

3.1Work within equine safe zones and position own body and hands to reassure horse and detect potential movement or reactions during massage
3.2Provide massage therapy using appropriate technique, sequence, and degree of pressure suitable for body area and to meet horse requirements
3.3Monitor horse response and progress throughout massage therapy
3.4Adapt handling and adjust massage techniques and pressure control in response to horse reactions and behaviour
3.5Monitor horse for signs of pain, distress or alarm and recognise when behaviour indicates activity should be discontinued
3.6Recognise when environmental activity interferes with horse and therapy, and take appropriate action
3.7Recognise conditions that require referral to a veterinarian or other equine service practitioner
3.8Maintain efficient and effective use of own body position and movements to ensure personal health and safety

4 Finalise massage therapy service

4.1Complete post-therapy procedures and check horse is in suitable condition to return to client or carer
4.2Evaluate and review effectiveness of massage therapy
4.3Explain horse progress and response to massage therapy to client or carer, and to other equine practitioners as required
4.4Offer advice to client or carer on care of horse following massage therapy, and explain follow-up actions
4.5Finalise invoice, transaction or service arrangements
4.6Complete, update and store records as required according to workplace practices

Performance evidence

An individual demonstrating competency must satisfy all of the elements and performance criteria in this unit.
There must be evidence that the individual has prepared for and completed a full body massage therapy service on six different horses, including at least one of each of the following:
young horse
mature horse (6–8 years or older)
horse in active work/exercise
horse undergoing rehabilitation or spelling.
In completing the massages above, the individual must have:
covered all of the following body areas in each massage:
head, neck and shoulder
fore limbs
withers and back
hind area and hind limbs
demonstrated the following massage techniques using appropriate pressure:
effleurage and longitudinal gliding strokes
frictions and vibrations
kneading
petrissage and compressions
tapotement
deep direct pressure
demonstrated correct body stance and position while massaging for safety and to relax each horse
demonstrated safe, low stress horse handling techniques with each horse
interacted with at least two different clients or carers.

Knowledge evidence

An individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge required to perform the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes knowledge of:
role and responsibilities of equine massage service providers, including:
scope of practice and limits to activities as specified in relevant veterinary practice and restricted acts of veterinary science
referrals for conditions outside provider’s professional and personal scope
professional indemnity and public liability insurance requirements
responsibilities under relevant health and safety and animal welfare legislation and codes of practice
principles of equine massage service provision, including:
practices to minimise safety hazards and risks
ethical and humane handling of horses
hygiene and biosecurity requirements
principles of client confidentiality
suitability, efficacy and welfare implications of massage and physical therapy practices
massage techniques and how to apply them, including:
effleurage and longitudinal gliding strokes
frictions and vibrations
kneading
petrissage and compressions
tapotement
deep direct pressure
equine musculoskeletal system, including:
bones and joints
major bony landmarks surface anatomy and palpable bony landmarks
key function and features of fore and hind limbs, including distal limb and hoof capsule
key muscles and their actions, origin and insertion points
location of deep and superficial muscles
location of tendons, ligaments and soft tissues
function and anatomy of fascial sheaths
physical conditions that can be relieved through massage, including muscle spasm/twitching, trapped nerves, tension
horse responses to tension, release or discomfort, including:
evasive responses – fidgeting, shifting, flinching
head bobbing and lowering
licking, chewing and yawning
eye blinking
breath release, sighing
breaking wind
other therapies and equipment used in equine health and recovery
health and safety hazards and controls when working in close proximity with horses, including:
use of safe, low stress handling techniques
use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
hygiene and infection control
zoonotic and infectious diseases, including those caused by bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses
techniques for effective client or carer interactions, including clear advice, collaborative communication and client confidentiality
documentation requirements for recording massage therapy details:
client and horse records
referrals to veterinarian or equine service practitioner
insurance documentation.

Foundation skills

Writing: Complete workplace documentation using print-based or digital formats and veterinary terminology suitable for conveying comprehensive information to others
Oral communication: Explain information using appropriate tone and pace suitable for audience to ensure comprehension Use listening and questioning to elicit and clarify information and confirm understanding
Numeracy: Use mathematical concepts to calculate or estimate time and cost

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What does an assessment tool for ACMEQU510 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for ACMEQU510 needs to address all 92 unit components: 4 elements with 21 performance criteria, 22 performance evidence requirements, 46 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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