Back to main overview chart Intermediate Stage Rider Competency Standard( I2) Intermediate Stage 2 Skills Safety
• Promote and maintain safety of self and others in line with the Law and all Health and Safety Policies and Procedures
• Minimise all risks by working safely, supporting others effectively, as part of a team
• Use an exercise whip effectively in either hand, down the shoulder, maintaining organised reins and an appropriate and consistent level of contact
• Respond appropriately, seek help and report all accidents, in line with best practice
• Set an example by always wearing the PPE required when handling horses
• Recognise when a casualty may have concussion and respond in line with guidelines
Welfare
• Work in line with best practice in welfare standards and biosecurity measures
• Respect legislative and industry requirements relating to welfare
• Support Horse Welfare Board and industry priorities relating to welfare
• Ensure that every horse must always be in the most positive welfare situation
• Interact with, handle and ride horses positively at all times
• Recognise and communicate any factors compromising the health and performance of the horse at exercise
• Recognise and communicate any discreet changes in horse health and wellbeing, using appropriate terminology
• Recognise and communicate changes in respiratory health and sounds made by horses breathing( inhaling and exhaling), reporting any potential wind issues
RIDER COMPETENCY STANDARDS | INTERMEDIATE STAGE( I2) 30