Unit of competency Outline
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Carry out feedlot operations
Carry out feedlot operations
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK303A
AHCLSK303A
State Code
D6948
D6948
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/02/2012
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
13/02/2012
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the process of providing feed for livestock and monitoring their health and welfare in a small scale or opportunity feedlot and defines the standard required to: identify a range of grain and feed types and qualities; identify premixes and weigh out, mix feeds and ingredients and identify basic mixing problems; recognise clinical symptoms (normal vs. abnormal) of disease or injuries; remove sick or injured animals and dispose of or treat in hospital pens; relate herd performance data to ration consistency; and maintain clean feed and water at all times.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to work with livestock feed
- 1.1. Work to be undertaken is interpreted from work program, where necessary, and confined with supervisor.
- 1.2. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risk assessed and suitable controls implemented.
- 1.3. Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected, used and maintained.
- 1.4. Tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken are selected, checked and maintained, if necessary.
- 1.5. Environmental implications of undertaking work are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action taken.
2. Mix feed
- 2.1. Scales and containers to be used for measurements are calibrated according to manufacturer instructions.
- 2.2. Ingredients are identified from instructions and obtained from storage locations.
- 2.3. Ingredients are measured in the specified ratios and quantities.
- 2.4. Ingredients are blended adequately and hygienically in the manner specified and using the appropriate equipment.
- 2.5. Where grinding is required, it is done in the manner specified and using the appropriate equipment.
- 2.6. OHS hazards are identified, risk assessed and suitable controls implemented.
- 2.7. Suitable PPE is selected, used and maintained.
3. Feed livestock
- 3.1. Feed is stored according to organisational procedures and standards.
- 3.2. Feed physical quality, quantity and type are checked on their arrival to the shed.
- 3.3. Livestock are fed at scheduled time, rate and frequency according to organisation plans and procedures and the codes of welfare.
- 3.4. Quality and hygiene of feed is maintained throughout the feeding process.
4. Establish and maintain feedlot hygiene and biosecurity
- 4.1. Organisational OHS procedures, practices, policies and precautions are observed and followed, including the use of PPE.
- 4.2. Livestock entering feedlot are examined, their documentation checked and quarantined for a period.
- 4.3. Cleanliness and hygiene are maintained by selecting and using appropriate cleaning methods according to organisation practices and relevant regulations.
- 4.4. Thorough personal hygiene practices are maintained in all activities associated with handling livestock, including reducing risks from diseases transmissible to humans.
- 4.5. Equipment and fittings are dismantled, cleaned and replaced correctly.
- 4.6. All waste and debris are placed in allocated areas and disposed of, and run-off is dealt with according to the Feedlot Code of Practice, environmental legislation and public health standards.
- 4.7. Visitors to feedlot are checked and signed in according to protocols.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Type of feedlot may include:
small scale or opportunity lot feeding of grazing animals including:
cattle
sheep and goats as part of farm or processing operations.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Type of feedlot may include:
small scale or opportunity lot feeding of grazing animals including:
cattle
sheep and goats as part of farm or processing operations.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
identify a range of grain and feed types and qualities
identify premixes and weigh out
mix feeds and ingredients and identify basic mixing problems
recognise clinical symptoms (normal vs. abnormal) of disease or injuries
remove sick or injured animals and dispose of or treat in hospital pens
relate herd performance data to ration consistency and maintain clean feed and water at all times.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
identify a range of grain and feed types and qualities
identify premixes and weigh out
mix feeds and ingredients and identify basic mixing problems
recognise clinical symptoms (normal vs. abnormal) of disease or injuries
remove sick or injured animals and dispose of or treat in hospital pens
relate herd performance data to ration consistency and maintain clean feed and water at all times.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3422 | RTE3105A | Carry out feedlot operations | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAL80 | AHCLSK303 | Carry out feedlot operations | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D467 | AHC30110 | Certificate III in Agriculture | Qualification |
| D470 | AHC30410 | Certificate III in Pork Production | Qualification |