Unit of competency Outline

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Assist with feeding in a production system

Assist with feeding in a production system

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK201
State Code
BAR94
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with the process of preparing and providing feed and water for livestock.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety, animal welfare and biosecurity legislation and codes of practice and sustainability practices.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare and distribute feed
  • 1.1 Check requirements for the daily feeding program with supervisor
  • 1.2 Identify hazards and report to supervisor
  • 1.3 Select, use and maintain suitable personal protective equipment
  • 1.4 Select and check tools, machinery and equipment for readiness
  • 1.5 Provide assistance for weighing and measuring feed
  • 1.6 Load feed into trolleys from silos or other storage bins and distribute feed
  • 1.7 Check automatic or computerised feeders, where used, for blockages and correct functioning
  • 1.8 Report abnormalities or irregularities with feed stocks to supervisor
2. Check watering systems
  • 2.1 Adjust watering systems for height or position where appropriate
  • 2.2 Check water level and flow and make adjustments accordingly
  • 2.3 Empty and clean watering containers or lines where necessary
3. Keep workplace records
  • 3.1 Keep basic feeding records and report to supervisor
  • 3.2 Clean, maintain and store tools, machinery and equipment
  • 3.3 Apply enterprise biosecurity and environmental policies
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6931 AHCLSK201A Assist with feeding in a production system Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFF61 AHCLSK221 Assist with feeding in a production system Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BCZ7 AHC20116 Certificate II in Agriculture Qualification
BJB6 AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture Qualification