Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version released with SFI Seafood Industry Training Package Version 2.0. |
Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to use recognised manual manipulation techniques to capture, transport and release a crocodile working in a team. While this unit relates mostly to saltwater crocodiles, it may also entail incidents with other crocodile species
The unit applies to individuals who work as team members to assist in crocodile operational activity.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace and the capture and release of crocodiles.
Licences or permits may be required for the use of firearms or restricted drugs on crocodiles or if operating vehicles.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Unit Sector
Crocodiles (CRO)
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements |
Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for capture, transport and release of a crocodile |
1.1 Identify appropriate legislation/regulation and codes of practice for safe and humane capture, transport and release of crocodiles 1.2 Discuss the different methods of capture, transport and release depending on the crocodile's size with relevant personnel 1.3 Discuss team roles for capturing, transporting and releasing crocodiles with relevant personnel 1.4 Select and fit appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and check first aid kit is complete 1.5 Prepare operational equipment required for the capture, transport and release of crocodiles, incorporating safety, biosecurity, environmental and regulatory requirements 1.6 Conduct a full rehearsal of the operation and establish the required communication processes according to workplace procedures |
2. Capture a crocodile |
2.1 Prepare the crocodile trap or device to be used for crocodile capture 2.2 Locate crocodile to be captured and estimate its length 2.3 Monitor crocodile behaviour and consult with appropriate personnel to determine if chemical restraint is required 2.4 Capture the crocodile according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) 2.5 Restrain the crocodile's jaw according to SOPs to prevent the animal from striking or lunging 2.6 Cover the crocodile's eyes to limit sight and calm the animal 2.7 Load the crocodile according to workplace procedures and safe work practices |
3. Transport a crocodile |
3.1 Prepare crocodile for transport according to workplace transport and biosecurity SOPs 3.2 Monitor crocodile behaviour and vitals at all stages and maintain situational awareness to ensure safety of self, others and crocodile, and report any abnormal conditions or crocodile behaviour to appropriate personnel 3.3 Maintain transport environment in a manner that is conducive to crocodile welfare and according to the appropriate crocodile code of practice |
4. Use manual manipulation techniques to move a crocodile |
4.1 Safely manoeuvre the crocodile to the agreed location using appropriate equipment and physical effort in a haul team when required 4.2 Cooperate and communicate with team members to ensure safety and minimal stress to the crocodile |
5. Release a crocodile |
5.1 Remove crocodile constraints according to SOPs, maintaining safe work practices and avoiding unnecessary stress to the crocodile 5.2 Reposition crocodile in a planned location and monitor during recovery phase |
6. Review and debrief information relating to crocodile capture, transport and release |
6.1 Participate in crocodile capture, transport and release debrief session 6.2 Discuss processes and identify possible procedural improvements with team members or appropriate personnel |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill |
Description |
Oral communication |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
SFICRO403 Capture, transport and release crocodiles |
Not applicable |
Unit has been created to address an emerging skill required by industry |
Newly created |
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=e31d8c6b-1608-4d77-9f71-9ee749456273