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Manage feedlot facility

Manage feedlot facility

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPMGT511
State Code
ODC04
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
09/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2021
Field of Education
080321 - Farm Management And Agribusiness
Original Release Date
08/07/2021
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and manage the operations, facilities and resources of a feedlot facility. This unit applies to feedlot managers who are responsible for operational planning, managing the health and welfare of stock, managing staff, the maintenance and upkeep of the facility, movement of livestock and for the overall performance of the business. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety and animal welfare regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.Most Australian feedlots are licensed under the National Feedlot Accreditation Scheme (NFAS), and feedlot managers are required to meet the requirements of this accreditation.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and monitor feedlot business operations
  • 1.1 Prepare short-term and long-term feedlot operational plans according to workplace requirements
  • 1.2 Develop production schedules to support operational plans
  • 1.3 Plan and monitor security of land, livestock, inventories and other assets
  • 1.4 Confirm feedlot compliance with applicable health and safety, biosecurity and animal welfare regulations, legislation and standards
  • 1.5 Analyse and benchmark weekly and monthly feedlot performance
  • 1.6 Identify and monitor record-keeping requirements according to organisational and legislative procedures
  • 1.7 Develop recommendations for continuous improvement of work practices
2. Manage and maintain feedlot facilities
  • 2.1 Identify and oversee repair and maintenance of plant, equipment and structures
  • 2.2 Source and manage storage of feed and forage according to organisational requirements
  • 2.3 Confirm feed ingredients are free of residues by obtaining and keeping details on crop/feed treatments
  • 2.4 Monitor cleanliness and maintenance of feedlot to comply with required legislation and standards
  • 2.5 Manage manure waste according to established organisational procedures
3. Manage feedlot animals
  • 3.1 Manage animal welfare according to applicable legislation and government regulations
  • 3.2 Maintain optimal stocking densities according to relevant Standard Cattle Units (SCU) allocations
  • 3.3 Confirm stock rations are effective and comply with nutrition requirements to maintain stock health
  • 3.4 Confirm livestock traceability requirements are addressed according to the National Livestock Identification System
  • 3.5 Manage stock feed to avoid excessive heat load
  • 3.6 Monitor animals for early signs of health issues, and record issues according to organisational requirements
  • 3.7 Follow veterinarian directions in treating animals to ensure optimal animal health
  • 3.8 Market finished stock to buyers
4. Manage the purchase of commodities for stock rations
  • 4.1 Source and purchase commodities for cattle rations
  • 4.2 Manage the logistics of moving commodities to the feedlot according to workplace requirements
5. Manage feedlot personnel
  • 5.1 Arrange for staff induction and ongoing training according to organisational requirements
  • 5.2 Manage deployment of staff according to organisational requirements
  • 5.3 Manage relations with employees, suppliers and customers
6. Manage the service delivery to meat processors
  • 6.1 Oversee the logistics and timing of stock movement
  • 6.2 Manage flow of animal health data between the processor, feedlot, consulting veterinarians and, if required, the producer
  • 6.3 Confirm stock complies with customer specifications
  • 6.4 Record and address customer complaints according to organisational procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
BGQ5 AMP50221 Diploma of Meat Processing Qualification