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Carry out animal care, maintenance and treatment programs in a permaculture system
Carry out animal care, maintenance and treatment programs in a permaculture system
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER304
AHCPER304
State Code
BAT38
BAT38
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Original Release Date
27/06/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out animal care, maintenance and treatment programs in a permaculture system and to accurately evaluate the type and scope of animal needs, administer appropriate treatments and work with the legislative requirements associated with animal care.All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources and complete routine activities.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for care, maintenance and treatment of animals
- 1.1 Identify the appropriate system required for the care, maintenance or treatment of animals
- 1.2 Determine the type and scope of care
- 1.3 Identify, prepare and maintain equipment and materials required for the appropriate care, maintenance and treatment of animals
- 1.4 Identify hazards, assess risks, implement controls and take appropriate action
2. Carry out animal care, maintenance and treatment programs
- 2.1 Adjust animal care, maintenance and treatment programs appropriately and where needed
- 2.2 Identify and treat sick or injured animals, if any are found, according to permaculture practices
- 2.3 Safely handle and restrain animals
- 2.4 Administer treatment
- 2.5 Observe withholding periods and isolate animals if treatment requires it
3. Complete animal care, maintenance and treatment program
- 3.1 Monitor animal health and condition post-treatment and report any abnormalities
- 3.2 Identify, address and control environmental implications associated with the care, maintenance and treatment of animals
- 3.3 Maintain a clean and safe work area
- 3.4 Remove or dispose of waste material appropriately
- 3.5 Store health treatments according to label instructions
- 3.6 Document animal care, maintenance and treatment information
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDD1 | AHC33816 | Certificate III in Permaculture | Qualification |