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Mate and monitor reproduction of alpacas

Mate and monitor reproduction of alpacas

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK302
State Code
BAT97
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
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to mate and monitor the reproduction of alpacas.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 broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They complete routine activities and work in a range of known contexts.In addition to legal responsibilities, all units of competency dealing with animals in the AHC Training Package have the requirements for animals to be handled humanely to minimise stress and discomfort.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 animals for mating
  • 1.1 Select male and female animals to be mated from the stud's mating plan
  • 1.2 Determine condition of animals selected for mating and record body scores are recorded to comply with recognised industry practices
  • 1.3 Adjust nutritional program where required and monitor to produce optimum condition for mating
  • 1.4 Make preparations where females are over-fleeced to ensure that tail and vulva area are clean and free of fleece
  • 1.5 Check animals for signs of infection or other reason not to proceed with the planned mating and take remedial action as appropriate
2. Facilitate mating
  • 2.1 Identify receptive females
  • 2.2 Ensure paddock or pen mating areas are secure and provide access for handlers during joining
  • 2.3 Use mating procedures and handling techniques that minimise stress and discomfort to animals and meet work health and safety and animal welfare requirements
  • 2.4 Supervise pen mating and intervene when required to maximise conception rates
3. Complete mating procedures
  • 3.1 Undertake or commission pregnancy at earliest opportunity to identify pregnancy status of animals and take suitable action as required
  • 3.2 Record of mating details
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6947 AHCLSK302A Mate and monitor reproduction of alpacas Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODU53 AHCLSK340 Mate and monitor reproduction of alpacas Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BCW6 AHC30116 Certificate III in Agriculture Qualification