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Carry out regular livestock observation

Carry out regular livestock observation

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK223
State Code
OFF49
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
11/02/2025
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
11/08/2025
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
11/08/2025
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out regular livestock observation.The unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They identify and provide solutions to a limited range of predictable problems.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace, and animal welfare legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines, and sustainability and biosecurity practices.In addition to legal responsibilities, all units of competency dealing with animals in the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management 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 to work with livestock
  • 1.1 Discuss work requirements with supervisor and seek clarification where necessary
  • 1.2 Discuss tasks with other workers who may be affected to ensure continued smooth operation of the process
  • 1.3 Prepare and use tools and equipment according to supervisor instructions and safe working practices
  • 1.4 Identify workplace health and safety hazards and report to supervisor
  • 1.5 Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to the task
  • 1.6 Check and report faulty or unsafe tools, equipment or PPE to supervisor
2. Carry out livestock checks
  • 2.1 Check livestock for signs of illness, injuries and abnormalities and report to supervisor
  • 2.2 Handle livestock using good stock handling techniques and according to animal welfare practices
  • 2.3 Carry out all husbandry and handling activities according to animal welfare practices
3. Deal with livestock emergencies
  • 3.1 Follow workplace biosecurity policies as instructed
  • 3.2 Recognise common signs of livestock injury or life-threatening conditions and report to supervisor
  • 3.3 Use basic emergency and livestock first aid procedures until professional help arrives
  • 3.4 Report serious cuts and abrasions to livestock to the supervisor or veterinarian
4. Provide veterinary procedure support
  • 4.1 Treat cuts, abrasions and bruises under instruction from the veterinarian or supervisor
  • 4.2 Examine animals for signs of distress, injury, illness and abnormal behaviours after completing procedures, and report to supervisor
  • 4.3 Apply appropriate treatment as instructed by supervisor or veterinarian
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM04 AHCLSK204 Carry out regular livestock observation Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJB6 AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture Qualification