Assessment Requirements for AHCLSK205 Handle livestock using basic techniques

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Assessment Requirements for AHCLSK205 Handle livestock using basic techniques

Modification History

Release Number	TP Version	Comments
1	AHCv1.0	Initial release

Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

prepare handling areas, gates and access routes for livestock movement

monitor and anticipate livestock behaviour

recognise enterprise livestock identification systems

identify and draft livestock during handling operations

move and control livestock using low stress livestock handling techniques

minimise undue stress and risk to livestock and handlers

recognise livestock abnormalities

assess, calculate and record livestock numbers

control the environmental impacts associated with livestock production within the limitations of own responsibility

follow enterprise work health and safety policies

follow enterprise animal welfare policies

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

livestock behavioural characteristics and movement in handling areas

components and functions of handling equipment

handling techniques and restraint methods

enterprise livestock identification systems

environmental codes of practice with regard to livestock production

regulatory controls with regard to handling livestock on public roads where required

common livestock breeds

basic nutritional and welfare requirements

range of common livestock abnormalities, illnesses and injuries and associated signs

relevant work health and safety requirements

relevant animal welfare and biosecurity legislation and codes of practice

Assessment Conditions

Competency is to be assessed in the work place or workplace and simulated environments that accurately reflect performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72