Unit of competency Outline

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Release native animals to natural environment

Release native animals to natural environment

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMCAN308
State Code
BBE38
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (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
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and successfully release native wildlife into their natural environment. This unit applies to wildlife animal keepers or carers who work in a captive animal facility, under the direction of a more experienced staff member.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Investigate options for release of native animals
  • 1.1 Research habitat of native animals for release, and identify and evaluate suitable release locations
  • 1.2 Identify risks to released native animals and evaluate options to minimise risks
  • 1.3 Develop release strategy and select and prepare site
  • 1.4 Monitor release site in consultation with experienced personnel
2. Prepare for animal release
  • 2.1 Assess animal’s readiness to be released
  • 2.2 Evaluate and implement monitoring devices or tactics
  • 2.3 Complete documentation
3. Release and monitor native animals
  • 3.1 Determine release day according to animal needs
  • 3.2 Transport animals safely and humanely and to the release site
  • 3.3 Use release strategies according to animal’s requirements
  • 3.4 Monitor released animals where possible to confirm a successful return to their natural environment
  • 3.5 Update records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3855 ACMCAN308A Release native animals to natural environment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODC82 ACMEXH307 Release native wildlife to the natural environment Unit of competency