Unit of competency Outline

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Develop animal diets

Develop animal diets

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMGEN401
State Code
ODC64
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/07/2021
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
26/07/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and communicate information to others about animal diets.This unit applies to experienced or senior animal carers, keepers who generally supervise others and provide and communicate solutions to a range of predictable and unpredictable problems. Tasks may vary in scale from individual animal welfare to social group management, working across a range of programs and/or animal groups in a facility.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to Commonwealth and state/territory health and safety and animal welfare regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop a feed regime
  • 1.1 Evaluate current diets of animals
  • 1.2 Research current, scientifically validated information on natural and artificial diets and feeding regimes
  • 1.3 Formulate and modify diets and feeding regimes to assist in correct diet development
  • 1.4 Substitute natural feed with artificial or alternative feeds after consultation with supervisor and/or veterinarian
  • 1.5 Coordinate preparation and presentation of diets according to workplace health and safety and animal requirements
2. Monitor food
  • 2.1 Order sufficient quantities of food supplies
  • 2.2 Monitor food quality according to facility policies and procedures
  • 2.3 Maintain and store food to avoid spoilage and contamination according to facility and section requirements
  • 2.4 Update and maintain accurate feeding records
3. Communicate effectively with others about animal nutritional requirements
  • 3.1 Contribute to the facility's nutritional policy
  • 3.2 Assist with nutrition and hygiene training of keepers or carers
  • 3.3 Coordinate nutritional projects and communication with internal and external personnel
  • 3.4 Prepare and present nutritional reports to relevant team members according to facility policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBD46 ACMCAN403 Develop animal diets Unit of competency