Unit of competency Outline
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Support extensive livestock work
Support extensive livestock work
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK101A
AHCLSK101A
State Code
D6929
D6929
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/12/2011
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
22/12/2011
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit covers supporting extensive livestock work and defines the standard required to: use safe animal handling techniques; use livestock handling tools and equipment; assist in monitoring livestock health and welfare; assist others repair and maintain facilities.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for extensive livestock work
- 1.1. The required materials, tools and equipment are identified according to lists provided and/or supervisor's instructions.
- 1.2. Checks are conducted on all materials, tools and equipment with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor.
- 1.3. Techniques used when loading and unloading materials demonstrate correct manual handling and minimise damage to the load and the vehicle.
- 1.4. Suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected and checked prior to use.
- 1.5. Work support is provided according to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and according to workplace information.
- 1.6. OHS hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor.
2. Undertake extensive livestock work as directed
- 2.1. Instructions and directions provided by supervisor are followed and clarification sought when necessary.
- 2.2. Work is undertaken in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner according to enterprise guidelines.
- 2.3. Interactions with other staff and customers are carried out in a positive and professional manner.
- 2.4. Enterprise policy and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials is observed.
- 2.5. Problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines are reported to supervisor.
3. Handle materials and equipment
- 3.1. Waste material produced during work is stored in a designated area according to supervisor's instructions.
- 3.2. Materials, equipment and machinery are handled and transported according to supervisor's instructions and enterprise guidelines.
- 3.3. A clean and safe work site is maintained while working.
4. Clean up on completion of work
- 4.1. Materials are returned to store or disposed of according to supervisor's instructions.
- 4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored according to manufacturer's specifications and supervisor's instructions.
- 4.3. Work outcomes are reported to the supervisor.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Livestock may include:
cattle
sheep
pigs
alpacas
goats
deer.
Work tasks may include:
assistance with moving livestock
caring for animals
distributing stockfeed
loading and unloading goods and materials
carrying out routine maintenance on:
buildings
roads
troughs
fences
cleaning yards
sheds
fixtures and fittings.
Hazards may include:
solar radiation
dust
noise
air- and soil-borne micro-organisms
chemicals and hazardous substances
sharp hand tools and equipment
manual handling
holes
slippery and uneven surfaces.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Livestock may include:
cattle
sheep
pigs
alpacas
goats
deer.
Work tasks may include:
assistance with moving livestock
caring for animals
distributing stockfeed
loading and unloading goods and materials
carrying out routine maintenance on:
buildings
roads
troughs
fences
cleaning yards
sheds
fixtures and fittings.
Hazards may include:
solar radiation
dust
noise
air- and soil-borne micro-organisms
chemicals and hazardous substances
sharp hand tools and equipment
manual handling
holes
slippery and uneven surfaces.
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:
use safe animal handling techniques
use livestock handling tools and equipment
assist in monitoring livestock health and welfare
assist others repair and maintain facilities.
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:
use safe animal handling techniques
use livestock handling tools and equipment
assist in monitoring livestock health and welfare
assist others repair and maintain facilities.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3677 | RTE1101A | Support extensive livestock work | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAS52 | AHCLSK101 | Support extensive livestock work | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D450 | AHC10210 | Certificate I in AgriFood Operations | Qualification |