Stable Foreman

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Areas Of Interest:   Racing
Certificate Level:  Certificate III
Certificate Name:  Certificate III in Racing (Stablehand)
Certificate Description:  Working as a Stable Foreman you are in charge of daily operations in a harness or thoroughbred racing stable. You will work to delegated instructions of a trainer who has overall responsibility.
Code:  RGR30218
Work Type:  Nature & Recreation Practical & Manual

Skills & Knowledge you will learn

Manage personal health and fitness for working with horses
Contribute to health and safety of self and others
Comply with racing industry ethics and integrity
Handle racehorses in stables and at trackwork
Assist with transportation of horses
Perform racing stable duties
Work effectively in the horse racing industry
Implement stable operations
Organise and oversee transportation of horses
Identify factors that affect racehorse fitness and suitability to race
Provide first aid and emergency care for horses or other equines
Implement feeding programs for racehorses under direction
Perform basic riding skills in the racing industry
Attend horses at race meetings and trials
Provide care and treatment of horses
Supervise handling of horses
Participate in implementing racehorse exercise programs
Respond to emergency situations