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Harvest crocodile eggs

Harvest crocodile eggs

Unit of competency
National Code
SFICRO304
State Code
OCH90
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
30/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/02/2021
Field of Education
050701 - Aquaculture
Original Release Date
18/02/2021
Nominal Hours
24
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to collect crocodile eggs from crocodile nests. While this unit relates mostly to harvesting saltwater crocodile eggs, it may also entail harvest activity with other crocodile species.The unit applies to individuals who work with crocodiles, harvesting eggs. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Licences or permits may be required for the use of firearms or restricted drugs on crocodiles or if operating vehicles.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for crocodile egg harvesting
  • 1.1 Review crocodile egg harvesting processes and biosecurity regulation compliance with team member(s) to prepare for activity
  • 1.2 Source information on crocodile egg care, and prepare processes that maximise embryo survival and post-hatching fitness
  • 1.3 Prepare operational and personal protective equipment (PPE) according to crocodile activity and workplace health and safety standards
  • 1.4 Establish communication processes with team member(s) for safe crocodile egg harvesting, including delegation of tasks
2. Conduct crocodile egg harvesting
  • 2.1 Arrange team activity so that at least one team member maintains watch while the other approaches a crocodile's nest cautiously, while following waterway safety procedures and relevant legislation/regulation and codes of practice
  • 2.2 Once nest is located, discuss a risk assessment of immediate area with team member, including escape routes, and determine if female is nearby
  • 2.3 Open crocodile nest carefully and collect eggs using practices to maximise embryo survival
  • 2.4 Ensure crocodile eggs are transported at appropriate temperatures and with appropriate ventilation so the eggs do not dry out
  • 2.5 Record or relay information regarding nest location and number of eggs according to workplace requirements
  • 2.6 Take crocodile eggs to crocodile hatchery facility and conduct handover of eggs to post-harvest personnel with nest details required for workplace and regulatory reporting
3. Conduct crocodile egg harvest debrief processes
  • 3.1 Participate in a crocodile egg harvesting debrief session
  • 3.2 Discuss processes and identify possible procedural improvements with team member(s) or appropriate personnel
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