Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 7:27 AM AWST
22/07/2026 7:27 AM AWST
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Implement a feeding strategy for pig production
Implement a feeding strategy for pig production
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPRK401A
AHCPRK401A
State Code
D7163
D7163
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2014
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
14/02/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers implementing a feeding strategy for pig production and defines the standard required to: effectively discuss feed and nutritional content with nutritionist and managers; assess adequacy of feed storage and distribution systems; identify a range of alternative available stockfeeds and suppliers; interpret laboratory result data to develop rations for different classes of pigs; operate and maintain a range of feeding equipment; complete the required records of feed use and pig performance.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine feed rations and schedules
- 1.1. Quantities of feed required for livestock are determined from the production program in conjunction with advice from other available information and expert advice.
- 1.2. The results of any available laboratory testing are taken into consideration when determining the quantities and ration formulation of stockfeed to be used.
- 1.3. Feeding is scheduled and responsibility for feeding allocated in line with the production program and other operations occurring within the shed.
- 1.4. Method(s) of providing feed to livestock is identified from production plan and confirmed with supplier of ingredients and other expert advice.
2. Supervise storage of feed
- 2.1. Secure and hygienic storage of feed is organised to eliminate contamination and infestation.
- 2.2. Storage location is selected to ensure safe access.
- 2.3. Rotation of stock and replacements are organised to arrive at the appropriate time to ensure optimum freshness.
- 2.4. Feed is organised to suit the needs of various classes and ages of livestock, the identified nutritional requirements, and the equipment available within the organisation.
- 2.5. Samples of feed are taken, packaged and labelled, and forwarded to the laboratory for testing according to the schedules described in the production program.
- 2.6. Calibration of measuring equipment and calculation of quantities is supervised at regular intervals.
- 2.7. Checks are made to ensure that suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
- 2.8. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, assessed, and responsible action is taken throughout the preparation and feeding operations.
3. Supervise feeding
- 3.1. Rations are supplied to the livestock according to the production program and schedules devised.
- 3.2. Potable water is available continuously to the livestock.
- 3.3. The health and wellbeing of the livestock is monitored, and any reaction to a change in feed or schedules is noted and reported.
- 3.4. Any change in production levels as a direct result of changes to feed types, ingredients or schedules is monitored and reported.
- 3.5. Advice is given to operational staff during the feeding operation when requested, or when the need is observed. All waste materials and substances are removed from the site and stored, or disposed of responsibly.
- 3.6. Documentation is collated and stored according to the requirements of the organisation.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Feeding strategies may include:
the range of feed ingredients and breeds and types of pigs in an intensive production system.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Feeding strategies may include:
the range of feed ingredients and breeds and types of pigs in an intensive production system.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
effectively discuss feed and nutritional content with nutritionist and managers
assess adequacy of feed storage and distribution systems
identify a range of alternative available stockfeeds and suppliers
interpret laboratory result data to develop rations for different classes of pigs
operate and maintain a range of feeding equipment
complete the required records of feed use and pig performance.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
effectively discuss feed and nutritional content with nutritionist and managers
assess adequacy of feed storage and distribution systems
identify a range of alternative available stockfeeds and suppliers
interpret laboratory result data to develop rations for different classes of pigs
operate and maintain a range of feeding equipment
complete the required records of feed use and pig performance.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3509 | RTE4116A | Implement a feeding strategy for pig production | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAQ52 | AHCPRK401 | Implement a feeding strategy for pig production | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D500 | AHC40110 | Certificate IV in Agriculture | Qualification |
| D514 | AHC50210 | Diploma of Pork Production | Qualification |
| J796 | AHC50213 | Diploma of Pork Production | Qualification |