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ACMFAR316 — Select and fit hoof boots to meet individual equine need

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What an assessment for ACMFAR316 must cover

49 assessable components: 4 elements (20 performance criteria), 5 performance evidence and 19 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 5 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 Examine condition equine feet

  • 1.1Observe equine gait and conformation to identify common abnormalities, defects or signs of lameness
  • 1.2Identify, fit and use personal protective equipment according to health and safety in the workplace procedures
  • 1.3Use safe handling techniques to control equines in a way that reduces stress and alarm and minimises risks to the equine and handlers
  • 1.4Adopt a working position that maintains the comfort and safety of the equine and handlers
  • 1.5Use appropriate tools to safely remove shoes or hoof boots and clean hoof of debris
  • 1.6Discuss equine work activity and environmental conditions with client or carer
  • 1.7Refer conditions requiring higher level treatment to a veterinarian or other specialist
  • 1.8Review the hoof care plan and make amendments to it if the condition of the hooves warrants

2 Trim and prepare hooves

  • 2.1Trim and prepare hooves to achieve balance and shape without injury to the equine
  • 2.2Monitor work to ensure hoof preparation meets quality outcomes

3 Select and fit hoof boots and related products

  • 3.1Measure length and width and consider shape of hoof in selecting the most appropriate boot for individual equine and activity
  • 3.2Select equipment needed to fit hoof boots and associated products
  • 3.3Incorporate any extra protection or functionality identified in hoof care plan
  • 3.4Fit and secure boots safely and assess balance and the need for any final adjustments
  • 3.5Make final adjustments to the boot and check the welfare of equine

4 Finalise hoof boot fitting process

  • 4.1Check correct fit of boot by inspecting the boot with equine feet on and off the ground and trotting the equine
  • 4.2Identify any signs of lameness by walking and/or trotting the equine
  • 4.3Demonstrate boot fitting to clients or carers and provide instructions on how to adjust and care for boots
  • 4.4Maintain service records according to workplace procedures
  • 4.5Dispose of waste material safely according to workplace hygiene and biosecurity procedures

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 assessed the needs and fitted boots to at least four equines, including:
  • trimmed and prepared individual equine feet using safe handling techniques throughout trimming and hoof boot fitting process
  • selected and fitted boots to meet requirements of individual equines and assessed quality of outcome
  • recorded measurements and specifications in workplace documentation
  • demonstrated fitting of boots and instructed clients or carers on how to adjust and care for boots.

Knowledge evidence

  • equine anatomical features relevant to hoof care services, including:
  • lower limb and foot and applicable biomechanical functions
  • conformation, normal gait and abnormalities of gait
  • techniques to alleviate a range of common abnormalities, defects and foot problems through fitting hoof boots
  • key features and impact of common equine hoof injuries and pathologies
  • types, features and purpose of a range of hoof boots and associated products
  • trimming techniques, including:
  • effects of trimming on the stance and action of an equine
  • limits of safe trimming and why these must not be exceeded
  • types of equipment for removing shoes, trimming hooves and fitting and securing boots
  • types and purpose of hoof boots and fitting techniques, including addressing the needs of an equine exhibiting minor faults and defects
  • processes and protocols for providing referrals
  • key principles of animal welfare regulations relating to hoof care services
  • safe work practices, including:
  • identifying hazards and assessing and controlling risks when interacting with equines in the workplace
  • manual handling
  • using personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • safe zones and equine handling techniques
  • safe waste handling and disposal.

Foundation skills

  • Writing: Record hoof specifications accurately for individual equines in workplace documentation
  • Numeracy: Use measuring devices and take measurements accurately
  • Navigate the world of work: Take responsibility for adherence to workplace health and safety, animal welfare and infection control requirements, relating to own role and work area
  • Interact with others: Follow accepted communication practices and protocols for reporting information to clients and carers using industry-standard terminology and concepts suitable for audience
  • Get the work done: Observe and examine equines, using safe handling techniques, to determine hoof boot and protection requirements; Plan, sequence and prioritise tasks and assemble equipment to meet specific hoof protection requirements of equines

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What does an assessment tool for ACMFAR316 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for ACMFAR316 needs to address all 49 unit components: 4 elements with 20 performance criteria, 5 performance evidence requirements, 19 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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