Unit of competency Outline
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Arrange livestock purchases
Arrange livestock purchases
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK412A
AHCLSK412A
State Code
D6990
D6990
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/02/2012
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
13/02/2012
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers arranging livestock purchases and defines the standard required to: monitor livestock price trends and budgeted returns; identify selection criteria to meet enterprise requirements and set bid offer; check the health status and records of the intended purchase; arrange and prepare for correct and timely transport; and quarantine purchased livestock and isolate sick and distressed animals.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify purchasing opportunities
- 1.1. Number, type and breed of livestock to be purchased are identified and confirmed.
- 1.2. Agents and sellers of livestock are researched and reviewed to determine appropriate sources.
- 1.3. Sales schedules for livestock types are monitored and identified.
- 1.4. Purchasing prices are researched and evaluated to identify comparative values between sellers and agents.
2. Inspect livestock condition
- 2.1. Health status of livestock is checked using accepted methods.
- 2.2. Records and documents relating to livestock histories are obtained and verified.
- 2.3. Suitability of livestock for purchasing purposes is assessed.
- 2.4. Prices are assessed against livestock condition and enterprise requirements to identify appropriate purchasing values.
3. Complete documentation
- 3.1. Insurance requirements for livestock are sourced and completed.
- 3.2. Purchases are confirmed at realistic price levels according to estimated livestock values.
- 3.3. Documentation details are accurate and exchanged promptly with seller.
4. Organise transportation
- 4.1. Carriers appropriate to livestock type and quantity are identified and engaged on suitable terms.
- 4.2. Timing and dates of transportation and delivery are arranged with transporter, vendors and agents.
- 4.3. Special needs of livestock are assessed and facilities prepared to ensure timely pick up.
- 4.4. Animal health checks on arrival are undertaken according to enterprise and legislative requirements.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Livestock may include:
sheep
goats
beef cattle
alpacas
deer
dairy cattle
pigs.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Livestock may include:
sheep
goats
beef cattle
alpacas
deer
dairy cattle
pigs.
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:
monitor livestock price trends and budgeted returns
identify selection criteria to meet enterprise requirements and set bid offer
check the health status and records of the intended purchase
arrange and prepare for correct and timely transport
quarantine purchased livestock and isolate sick and distressed animals.
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:
monitor livestock price trends and budgeted returns
identify selection criteria to meet enterprise requirements and set bid offer
check the health status and records of the intended purchase
arrange and prepare for correct and timely transport
quarantine purchased livestock and isolate sick and distressed animals.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3391 | RTE5917A | Arrange livestock purchases | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAN23 | AHCLSK412 | Arrange livestock purchases | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D500 | AHC40110 | Certificate IV in Agriculture | Qualification |
| J274 | AHC41612 | Certificate IV in Organic Farming | Qualification |