In this course you will learn about the situations when a horse may become a challenge to handle and how to react appropriately. The topics you will learn about include:

• When and why a horse may present a challenge to handle
• How to deal with defensive and threatening reactions
• The circumstances under which it may be necessary to use a form of physical restraint
• How to choose a suitable method of restraint
• Personal protective equipment and other safety precautions
• How to apply restraint in a safe and humane manner
• The circumstances under which it may be necessary to sedate a horse
• Who may apply chemical restraint and what to bear in mind when using it