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Assess and purchase livestock

Assess and purchase livestock

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPMGT605
State Code
AVW90
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
09/04/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/05/2016
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
03/05/2016
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, select and purchase livestock according to customer requirements and within enterprise livestock budgets. The selection, purchase and transport of livestock has implications for product quality and enterprise profitability.In a meat industry context, individuals working at this level exercise considerable responsibility and accountability within enterprise structures and are required to make primary contributions to the values, goals and operations of the enterprise.This unit is of particular interest to livestock buyers but may also have relevance for production and finance personnel.All work in this area must be conducted in the context of Australian meat industry standards and regulations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify livestock markets
  • 1.1 Identify and select livestock markets and methods to meet enterprise requirements
  • 1.2 Analyse risks associated with purchasing or accepting inappropriate livestock, and identify risk management strategies
  • 1.3 Identify regulatory requirements relating to selling and purchasing livestock
  • 1.4 Establish networks and alliances, in accordance with legal and enterprise requirements, to ensure access to markets and gain market intelligence
2. Select livestock
  • 2.1 Confirm enterprise specifications and requirements for livestock, including Quality Assurance (QA) arrangements for and with producers
  • 2.2 Conduct livestock inspection procedures in accordance with workplace health and safety and animal welfare requirements
  • 2.3 Select livestock according to enterprise and customer specifications
3. Purchase livestock
  • 3.1 Analyse market conditions and monitor trends in livestock quality and prices
  • 3.2 Negotiate contractual terms according to enterprise requirements
  • 3.3 Monitor livestock budget and take corrective action to address variations
  • 3.4 Address requirements of the National Livestock Identification System (NLIS)
  • 3.5 Complete documentation relating to purchase or sale
4. Transport livestock
  • 4.1 Negotiate transport of livestock according to enterprise and animal welfare requirements
  • 4.2 Negotiate transport of livestock according to enterprise schedules and requirements
5. Evaluate livestock purchases
  • 5.1 Monitor quality of livestock against customer specifications and enterprise requirements
  • 5.2 Recommend and implement strategies for improving purchase quality
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D9039 MTMPSR606A Assess and purchase livestock Unit of competency