farrier

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

make farrier tools and supplies analyse animal locomotion carry out post hoof-trimming activities assess equid footcare requirements prepare equid hooves advise horse owners on farriery requirements attach horseshoes control animal movement

Optional Skills and Competences

work independently in agriculture work with blacksmithing power tools work with blacksmithing hand tools shape metal over anvils apply smithing techniques use different communication channels understand the needs of animals manage animal biosecurity apply animal hygiene practices create solutions to problems manage time in agricultural production

Optional Knowledge

farrier industry types of metal forging processes

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/bcffa133-c499-4db4-8e4f-b2d95da3b0fc

Status

released

Occupations

farrier

Description

Skills & Competences

Concept URI