Unit of competency Outline

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Rescue animals and apply basic first aid

Rescue animals and apply basic first aid

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMGAS305
State Code
BBE22
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
11/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2018
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
20/06/2018
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to rescue and restrain animals, and to provide basic first aid.The unit applies to individuals working as animal keepers and carers, where it may be necessary to identify where assistance is required in the rescue of animals and the management of animal stress and injuries. These individuals work under broad supervision and use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources. Work routines must meet industry standards and compliance requirements for ethical handling and welfare of animals, work health and safety, and biosecurity appropriate to the work role.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess the situation and plan response
  • 1.1 Assess risk posed to self, others and animals
  • 1.2 Evaluate options for assisting animals, and implement procedures with reference to workplace protocols and regulations
  • 1.3 Identify animals and select appropriate equipment for the rescue
  • 1.4 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times when handling animals, and use safe work practices according to WHS requirements
2. Capture and protect animal
  • 2.1 Provide basic animal care to minimise stress to animals
  • 2.2 Catch animal and handle safely and humanely to minimise pain and potential injuries
  • 2.3 Reassure animal in a caring manner and make comfortable using available resources
  • 2.4 Assess physical condition and vital signs of the animal
3. Provide first aid assistance
  • 3.1 Provide basic first aid according to established animal first aid procedures
  • 3.2 Seek first aid assistance from others as appropriate and required
  • 3.3 Seek advice and assistance from supervisor or appropriate personnel in respect to future options for animal
  • 3.4 Record treatment and any additional information on the animal according to legislative and organisational requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3915 ACMGAS305A Rescue animals and apply basic first aid Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODC44 ACMGEN309 Provide basic animal first aid Unit of competency