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Implement procedures for calving

Implement procedures for calving

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK330
State Code
ODU42
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
15/02/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/05/2022
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
31/05/2022
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for calving, observe and support cows at calving and monitor after calf is born.The unit applies to individuals who implement procedures for calving under broad direction, and take responsibility for their own work.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, health and safety in the workplace requirements, animal welfare legislative, regulatory and codes of practice requirements in particular the risks associated with Q fever, and sustainability and biosecurity practices.In addition to legal responsibilities, all units of competency dealing with animals in the AHC Training Package have the requirements for animals to be handled humanely to minimise stress and discomfort.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for calving
  • 1.1 Identify potential hazards and risks, and implement safe working practices to address risks and biosecurity hazards
  • 1.2 Assess and monitor condition and health status of cow prior to calving
  • 1.3 Select required calving equipment, resources and materials and check for safe operation
  • 1.4 Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment applicable to task
  • 1.5 Graze cows at risk of calving difficulty in an area where intervention can be carried out with as little disruption as possible
  • 1.6 Check mating records and confirm anticipated calving date
2. Observe the calving
  • 2.1 Monitor cows for signs of approaching parturition and throughout calving
  • 2.2 Note signs of calf malpresentation or dystocia from the rate of progress in giving birth and initial orientation of the feet and head
3. Support calving
  • 3.1 Handle calving cows calmly and put in a secure environment according to workplace animal welfare practices
  • 3.2 Clean calving equipment according to workplace hygiene procedures
  • 3.3 Use calving ropes and calf pulling equipment where required, without causing undue harm to female and unborn calf
  • 3.4 Seek specialist veterinary support where normal assistance procedures are not adequate to assist the calving
4. Carry out monitoring after calf has been born
  • 4.1 Check that calves have clear airways and commence breathing, and clear airways where required
  • 4.2 Allow cow to rest and encourage cow to lick the calf as an initial bonding
  • 4.3 Leave the placenta for cow to ingest after calving
  • 4.4 Maintain personal safety when monitoring calves and cows
  • 4.5 Clean and maintain the calving environment and facilities using appropriate hygiene procedures
  • 4.6 Clean and return equipment, resources and materials to required location
  • 4.7 Identify and report unserviceable equipment and resources according to workplace procedures
  • 4.8 Complete calving records according to workplace procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
BAO30 AHCLSK329 Implement procedures for calving Unit of competency