Stable environment and sustainable horsekeepingLaajuus (15 cr)

Objective

You can - explain the requirements of legislation relating to stable structures and horse housing and assess their impact on the welfare of horses - design stable solutions and outdoor areas that promote the welfare and safety of both horses and workers, taking into account environmentally friendly solutions - assess and develop the conditions of the stable environment in accordance with the principles of sustainable development - apply manure management legislation to practical situations and exploit the potential of manure from an environmental and agricultural perspective - plan and implement waste sorting and recycling in the stable environment - assess energy and water consumption in stable operations and apply energy and water management solutions to the stable environment

Content

- Equine welfare and the legislation governing it - The different types of equestrian activities, including manèes, stables, pastures and riding arenas - Maintenance and safety of outdoor areas - Manure management and utilisation and environmental requirements and legislation in manure management - Waste sorting and recycling in the stable environment - Energy use and water management in stables

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

You can - identify in a cursory manner how legislation regulates the welfare of horses - design stabling solutions and outdoor areas at a basic level, with limited detail and environmental considerations - identify areas for improvement in line with sustainable development principles, but the analysis remains superficial and the proposals for improvement are limited or general in nature - superficial application of manure management, energy consumption and waste management solutions

Assessment criteria, good (3)

You can - identify the main legislative requirements relating to stable structures and horse housing and identify the concrete impact of legislation on the welfare of horses - draw up clear and well-founded plans for stabling solutions and outdoor areas, taking into account practical needs - draw up plans for stable operations that include environmentally friendly solutions, such as water and energy saving or waste management - apply the principles of sustainable development in a realistic but conventional way

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

You can - interpret the requirements of equestrian legislation in depth, critically examine the legislation, and apply it in an innovative and proactive manner - make comprehensive and detailed plans for stable solutions and outdoor areas that actively promote the welfare and safety of both horses and employees - accurately assess the energy and water consumption of the stable, and apply innovative and efficient solutions such as water recycling systems or solar energy, and optimise the energy use and waste and water management of the stable in a sustainable way - make an in-depth and comprehensive assessment of the conditions in the stable environment and develop innovative solutions that contribute to sustainable development