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Perform a cross breed clip

Perform a cross breed clip

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMGRM302
State Code
BBE25
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/11/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2018
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
20/06/2018
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and clip the different coat types that occur in cross breed dogs.The unit applies to individuals working in the companion animal industry sector where cross breed dog grooming services are provided. They take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. This includes using discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine cross breed dog clipping requirements
  • 1.1 Evaluate coat characteristics
  • 1.2 Investigate dog’s history and experience of clipping
  • 1.3 Clarify client requirements
  • 1.4 Evaluate coat condition and impact on general health of dog and report to client to determine dog’s clipping needs
  • 1.5 Plan individual dog’s clipping needs
2. Use scissoring techniques on experienced dogs
  • 2.1 Select scissors for different cross bred coat types and different body areas
  • 2.2 Prepare scissors and maintain during use according to organisational standards and manufacturers' specifications
  • 2.3 Identify and manage safety risks when using scissors around dogs
  • 2.4 Use scissors to trim coat on all body areas under supervision
3. Select and use clipping equipment on experienced dogs
  • 3.1 Prepare and maintain clippers during clipping according to organisational standards and manufacturers' specifications
  • 3.2 Identify and manage safety risks when using clippers on dogs
  • 3.3 Select clippers and blades for different coat types
  • 3.4 Select clippers and blades to trim specific body areas
  • 3.5 Use clippers to trim coat on all body parts under supervision
4. Tidy a cross bred clip
  • 4.1 Identify and evaluate a range of clip types for cross bred dogs
  • 4.2 Determine previous clip shape
  • 4.3 Plan procedure to restore previous clip style
  • 4.4 Restore previous clip style using clippers and scissors
  • 4.5 Use plucking or other techniques to complete cross bred clip
5. Introduce trimming and clipping to nervous or inexperienced dogs
  • 5.1 Assess dogs for potential behavioural problems related to previous negative clipping experiences
  • 5.2 Condition inexperienced dogs to accept handling of body areas for clipping and trimming
  • 5.3 Practice techniques to control or restrain nervous or distressed dogs during clipping and trimming
  • 5.4 Use scissors to accustom dogs to the sensation of trimming
  • 5.5 Use clippers to introduce dogs to the sensation of clipping
6. Establish cross bred clips for a range of cross bred coat types under supervision
  • 6.1 Select clip type according to coat type and individual dog’s requirements
  • 6.2 Prepare dog for clipping
  • 6.3 Select and prepare tools and equipment for clipping different cross bred coat types according to organisational standards and manufacturers' specifications
  • 6.4 Complete clip pattern using scissors, clippers, hand plucking, as appropriate for a range of cross breed coat types and needs
  • 6.5 Reassess dogs after their clip to ensure the clip meets client’s requirements
  • 6.6 Explain maintenance requirements for dog coat between clipping appointments to client
  • 6.7 Update records according to organisational policies and procedures
  • 6.8 Clean and maintain equipment according to organisational standards and manufacturers' specifications and dispose of waste using environmentally appropriate methods
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE880 ACMGRM302A Perform a cross breed clip Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODC88 ACMGRM304 Perform grooms on cross breed dogs Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDM7 ACM30617 Certificate III in Pet Grooming Qualification