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; and
• who may apply chemical restraint and what to bear in mind when using it.