ACMFAR409 — Select and fit shoes for normal healthy equines

1 Examine an equine and condition of its hooves

• 1.1Observe equine gait and conformation to identify common faults and defects or signs of lameness
• 1.2Identify, select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to workplace procedures
• 1.3Use safe handling techniques and control equines in a way that reduces stress and alarm and minimises risk to the equine and handlers
• 1.4Adopt a working position that maintains the comfort and safety of the equine, the farrier and assistants
• 1.5Use appropriate tools to safely remove shoes and clean hoof of debris
• 1.6Examine the shoes and hoof and assess the wear pattern for trimming and shoeing
• 1.7Report any conditions requiring higher level treatment by a veterinarian or other specialist
• 1.8Change the shoeing plan dependent on the condition of the hooves

2 Trim and prepare hooves

• 2.1Correctly identify hoof defects, trim and prepare hooves to achieve balance, level and shape without injury to equine hooves
• 2.2Monitor work to ensure hoof preparation meets quality outcomes

3 Fit shoes

• 3.1Select tools needed according to equine and situational requirements to fit shoes
• 3.2Select the type and size of shoe, and modify to fit individual equine hoof
• 3.3Shape shoes to incorporate any extra functionality identified in shoeing plan
• 3.4Fit shoes and assess the need for any final adjustments
• 3.5Make final adjustments to the shape and size of the shoe

4 Attach shoes and finish shoeing process

• 4.1Select suitable tools and materials for attaching and finishing the job
• 4.2Attach shoe safely, securely and in the correct position
• 4.3Finish the hoof and check the welfare of the equine
• 4.4Check correct fit of shoe by inspecting the shoe with hooves on and off the ground
• 4.5Identify any signs of lameness by walking and/or trotting the equine on firm ground
• 4.6Advise clients, carers or other specialists of actions taken and future hoof care requirements
• 4.7Maintain service records according to workplace procedures
• 4.8Dispose of waste material safely according to workplace hygiene and biosecurity procedures

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