Unit of competency Outline
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Carry out regular livestock observation
Carry out regular livestock observation
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK204A
AHCLSK204A
State Code
D6934
D6934
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/11/2011
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
30/11/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers the process of carrying out regular observation of livestock and dealing with sickness, injuries and emergencies when they occur and defines the standard required to: check livestock regularly; identify symptoms of ill health or injury; deal efficiently and calmly with livestock emergencies; complete basic livestock first aid procedures; record and report serious issues or injuries.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to work with livestock
- 1.1. Work to be undertaken is interpreted from work program where necessary, and confirmed with management.
- 1.2. Discussions are held with other workers who may be affected by the activities to ensure continued smooth operation of the process.
- 1.3. Tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken are selected, checked, and maintained if necessary.
- 1.4. Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
2. Carry out livestock checks
- 2.1. All livestock are routinely checked for signs of ill health.
- 2.2. Livestock are examined for signs of illness, injuries and abnormalities, and signs of these are reported in the methods prescribed in the organisations work procedures.
- 2.3. While handling livestock, the potential for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards is continually monitored, risks assessed, and suitable controls implemented.
- 2.4. Livestock are handled safely and all required restraints are within the organisations and industry guidelines for animal health and welfare.
3. Deal with livestock emergencies
- 3.1. Common signs of livestock injury or life threatening conditions are detected and the situation quickly analysed before notification or action is taken.
- 3.2. Life threatening livestock ailments requiring emergency treatment are notified to the supervisor, manager or veterinarian and immediate assistance is called.
- 3.3. Basic emergency and/or livestock first aid procedures are carried out until professional help arrives.
- 3.4. Serious cuts and abrasions to livestock are promptly reported to the supervisor or to the veterinarian and assistance provided as required during professional treatment.
4. Provide veterinary procedure support
- 4.1. Cuts, abrasions and bruises are treated under instruction from the veterinarian, manager or foreman.
- 4.2. Animals are examined for signs of distress or soreness after moving or mating procedures and all abnormalities are reported.
- 4.3. Appropriate treatment is applied as instructed by the manager or supervisor.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Livestock may include:
cattle
sheep
pigs
alpacas
goats
deer.
Livestock does not include:
horses
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Livestock may include:
cattle
sheep
pigs
alpacas
goats
deer.
Livestock does not include:
horses
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:
check livestock regularly
identify symptoms of ill health or injury
deal efficiently and calmly with livestock emergencies
complete basic livestock first aid procedures
record and report serious issues or injuries.
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:
check livestock regularly
identify symptoms of ill health or injury
deal efficiently and calmly with livestock emergencies
complete basic livestock first aid procedures
record and report serious issues or injuries.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3430 | RTE2144A | Carry out regular livestock observation | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAM04 | AHCLSK204 | Carry out regular livestock observation | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D451 | AHC20110 | Certificate II in Agriculture | Qualification |