Horse Grooms Job Descriptions |
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Horse
grooms, sometimes known as stable lads / girls or stable hands,
look after horses, making sure they are healthy and in good
condition. The bridegroom must: · Provide food and water for horses · Replace beds · Equipment cleaning, such as saddles and bridles ("tack") · Clean, brush and sometimes layered clip horses · Stable Muck out · Check that changes in the condition of horses and report problems · Treat minor wounds, changing dressings and giving medication · Follow the instructions of veterinarians when treatment is needed.
Key Skills · Good observational skills · Patience and willingness to do routine tasks · Awareness of health and safety issues · The ability to work alone and as part of a team · Good communication skills · Competence in riding · Experience of looking after horses (you may not need this when starting some jobs). |
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