Default Task Types

Training Tasks

Training Tasks

Training tasks are designed for working horses - any activity that involves riding, groundwork, exercise, or skill development.

When to Use Training Tasks

Use Training task type when the work involves:

• Riding Sessions: Schooling, trail rides, training rides
• Groundwork: Lunging, long-lining, in-hand work
• Exercise: Turnout sessions, hand-walking, treadmill work
• Skill Development: Specific exercises, training progressions
• Show Preparation: Practice rounds, course walks, fitness work

Common Training Task Examples

Here are typical training tasks you might create:

Flatwork Sessions:

• “Flatwork session - focus on transitions and rhythm”
• “Dressage school - work on 20m circles and leg yields”
• “Conditioning ride - 30 minutes walk/trot”

Jumping Sessions:

• “Jump school - gymnastics and related distances”
• “Course work - 3’6” hunter derby prep”
• “Cavaletti work - focusing on rhythm and straightness”

Groundwork:

• “Lunge for 20 minutes - focus on forward and steady tempo”
• “Long-line session - introduce trot poles”
• “Liberty work in round pen - connection and communication”

Exercise:

• “Hand walk for 15 minutes - stall rest recovery day 3”
• “Turnout in small paddock - observe right hind movement”
• “Treadmill session - 20 minutes at walk”

Show Prep:

• “Course walk at 8am - memorize hunter courses”
• “Practice braiding before show weekend”
• “Jump warm-up ring - 15 minutes before first class”

Creating Effective Training Tasks

Include these details in training task titles and notes:

Duration: How long should the session last?

• “20 minute hack”
• “45 minute training session”

Focus: What’s the primary goal or skill?

• “Focus on bend and suppleness”
• “Work on flying changes”

Specifics: What exercises or activities?

• “Trot poles and cavaletti”
• “Grid work and single oxers”

Context: Any special considerations?

• “First ride after 3 days off”
• “Pre-show tune-up - keep it light”

Training Task Best Practices

• Be Specific: “Flatwork focusing on lateral work” is better than “Ride Buddy”
• Include Level: Note jump heights, dressage level, or difficulty
• Note Restrictions: Add any limitations (light work, avoid left lead, etc.)
• Track Progression: Reference previous sessions to show improvement
• Assign Qualified Staff: Ensure assignee has appropriate skills and experience

Treatment Tasks

Treatment Tasks

Treatment tasks are for medical care, medication administration, and therapeutic activities related to horse health.

When to Use Treatment Tasks

Use Treatment task type when the work involves:

• Medication Administration: Giving meds orally, topically, or via injection
• Wound Care: Cleaning, dressing, or monitoring injuries
• Therapeutic Treatments: Cold hosing, icing, wrapping, poulticing
• Medical Monitoring: Temperature checks, vital signs, observation
• Vet Follow-up: Post-procedure care, treatment protocols

Common Treatment Task Examples

Here are typical treatment tasks you might create:

Medication Administration:

• “Administer bute to Star - 1 gram in PM feed”
• “Give gastric supplement to Buddy - 1 scoop in AM feed”
• “Apply thrush treatment to left front hoof”
• “Banamine injection - see dose in vet notes”

Wound Care:

• “Clean scrape on right hind - use betadine, apply wound spray”
• “Change bandage on left front - check for heat or swelling”
• “Monitor surgical site - take photo if any changes”

Therapeutic Care:

• “Cold hose left front for 20 minutes after work”
• “Ice left hock for 15 minutes - use ice boots”
• “Wrap front legs with standing wraps before turnout”
• “Apply poultice to both fronts - show prep day 2”

Monitoring:

• “Take temperature AM and PM - Day 3 post-colic surgery”
• “Check incision site for swelling or discharge”
• “Observe eating and drinking - Day 1 after clinic”
• “Watch for signs of colic - changed hay yesterday”

Vet Protocol Follow-up:

• “Continue stall rest - Day 5 of 14”
• “Hand walk 10 minutes - follow rehab protocol Week 2”
• “Trot soundness check before next vet appointment”

Creating Effective Treatment Tasks

Include these critical details in treatment tasks:

Medication Details:

• Drug name and dosage
• Route (oral, topical, injection)
• Timing (AM feed, PM feed, before work, after work)
• Duration (single dose, 7 days, ongoing)

Treatment Instructions:

• Specific procedures or protocols
• Products to use
• Duration of treatment
• What to look for (normal vs. concerning)

Safety Information:

• Withdrawal times for competition horses
• Side effects to watch for
• When to call the vet
• Handling precautions

Documentation:

• Reference vet instructions or treatment plans
• Note which day of treatment protocol
• Track progress or changes

Treatment Task Best Practices

• Precise Details: Include exact dosages, timing, and procedures
• Clear Instructions: Write so anyone qualified can complete the task
• Safety Warnings: Note any cautions or special handling needed
• Track Progress: Reference day of treatment (Day 3 of 7)
• Document Changes: Add notes about horse response or concerns
• Follow Protocols: Reference vet instructions or established procedures

To-Do Tasks

To-Do Tasks

To-Do tasks are the catch-all category for general work items, maintenance, administrative tasks, and anything that doesn’t fit Training or Treatment.

When to Use To-Do Tasks

Use To-Do task type when the work involves:

• Barn Maintenance: Repairs, cleaning, organizing
• Supply Management: Ordering, restocking, inventory
• Administrative: Scheduling, paperwork, communications
• Equipment: Tack cleaning, blanket swaps, equipment checks
• General Chores: Anything not directly training or medical

Common To-Do Task Examples

Here are typical to-do tasks you might create:

Barn Maintenance:

• “Fix broken board in stall 8”
• “Replace light bulb in feed room”
• “Clean water troughs in all paddocks”
• “Drag arena after morning training sessions”
• “Repair fence in back pasture”

Supply Management:

• “Order more bute from vet - running low”
• “Restock grain in feed room”
• “Check hay inventory - may need delivery”
• “Order new polo wraps for training horses”

Administrative:

• “Schedule farrier for next month”
• “Call vet to book spring vaccinations”
• “Send invoice to Sarah for board”
• “Update training schedule for next week”
• “Email clients about barn closure on holiday”

Equipment & Tack:

• “Clean all saddles and bridles”
• “Oil leather halters”
• “Check girth billets on training saddles”
• “Put medium weight blankets on all horses - temperature dropping”
• “Organize and label grooming kits”

Seasonal Chores:

• “Install heated water buckets - winter prep”
• “Set up fans in barn - summer setup”
• “Switch to fly masks - fly season started”
• “Remove blanket racks from barn - spring cleaning”

Show Prep (Non-Training):

• “Pack tack trunk for show weekend”
• “Print show schedule and course maps”
• “Fill water buckets for trailer”
• “Load hay and feed for 3-day show”

Creating Effective To-Do Tasks

Include helpful context and details:

What Needs to Be Done:

• Be specific about the task
• Include location or equipment details
• Note any materials needed

Priority Level:

• Urgent repairs or safety issues
• Time-sensitive (before show, before vet visit)
• Can wait (nice to have when time allows)

Who Can Do It:

• Any staff member?
• Requires specific skills (electrical, plumbing)?
• Manager approval needed?

To-Do Task Best Practices

• Descriptive Titles: “Fix broken fence in back paddock” not “Fix fence”
• Group Similar Work: Create related tasks together for efficiency
• Note Materials: Include what supplies are needed
• Set Realistic Deadlines: Consider priority and staff availability
• Break Down Big Projects: Large maintenance into smaller tasks
• Celebrate Completion: Check off tasks to maintain team morale