Group
Occupation
331933 Farrier
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
331933 Farrier
Inspects, trims and shapes horses' hooves, and forms, fits and nails horseshoes.
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Inspects horses' hooves and assesses their condition
- Trims and shapes horses' hooves
- Measures horses' hooves for appropriate shoe size
- Fits and nails horseshoes securely onto hooves
- Provides advice to horse owners on hoof care and shoeing
- Prevents disease and cultivates overall hoof health