Directory of Semiskilled Trades

Sector : 02 - Agriculture and Fisheries Info

8800 Stable Hand

M800
Field of application Stable hands work in the stables of training centres, equestrian centres, riding centres, racetracks or breeding farms.
Other job titles Groom

830001 - Maintain the stables and maneges 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Order and cleanliness
  • Confidence in handling horses

Tasks

  • Clean the boxes or stalls.
  • Spread the bedding.
  • Clean the aisles.
  • Wash the troughs and feeders.
  • Transport manure.
  • Do minor repairs (replace hooks, repair a feeder, etc.). Optional task or competency
  • Garner the hay and mash. Optional task or competency
  • Clear and level the training surfaces. Optional task or competency

830002 - Attend to the basic needs of horses 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Appropriate conduct with horses
  • Confidence in handling horses
  • Cleanliness of each horse’s coat and mane

Tasks

  • Feed the horses (read the diet, measure the forage and grains, and distribute the feed).
  • Make sure water is available (fill the water bowls or check the filling system).
  • Handle the horses on the ground (put the halter on; have the horse move forward, backward, turn, and stand immobile).
  • Groom the horses (currying, brushing, untangling hair, maintaining the feet and clipping).
  • Identify signs of health problems and notify the person in charge.
  • Wash the horses or help bathe them. Optional task or competency
  • With supervision, provide horses with certain care such as hydrotherapy. Optional task or competency

830003 - Maintain the horses’ equipment 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Equipment in good condition

Tasks

  • Clean and wax the saddles.
  • Wash and dry blankets and equipment.
  • Put away the equipment.
  • Detect any wear or breakage and notify the person in charge.
  • Do minor repairs. Optional task or competency

830004 - Prepare the horses for training or riding 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Appropriate conduct with horses
  • Confidence in handling horses

Tasks

  • Prepare and set up training materials in the indoor and outdoor maneges.
  • Handle the horses on the ground (put the halter on; have the horse move forward, backward, turn, and stand immobile).
  • Saddle, bridle and put specialized equipment on the horses.
  • Unsaddle and unbridle the horses.
  • Cover the horses.
  • Put away materials.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

713 - Greet clients 2

Performance criteria

  • Attentiveness
  • Relevant, accurate and clear information provided
  • Friendliness
  • Courtesy

Tasks

  • Greet clients.
  • Interpret the request.
  • Answer inquiries.
  • Forward messages to the person in charge.
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.