Unit of competency Outline

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Assist with capturing, restraining and moving animals

Assist with capturing, restraining and moving animals

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMCAN305
State Code
BBE91
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/11/2017
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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
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with, capture and restrain animals that may need rescue and moving from one location to another.This unit applies to wildlife animal keepers or carers who work in a captive animal facility, under the direction of a more experienced staff member.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to 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. Plan the capture and restraint of animals
  • 1.1 Confirm species of animal to be captured
  • 1.2 Plan capture and restraint of animal
  • 1.3 Confirm and allocate role of individuals involved in the capture
  • 1.4 Identify and check capture equipment
  • 1.5 Review and follow WHS and emergency procedures relating to capture including risks when handling animals
2. Capture and restrain animals
  • 2.1 Use capture and restraint equipment in a safe and humane manner
  • 2.2 Provide assistance to administer medication under a veterinarian’s supervision where appropriate
  • 2.3 Monitor animals carefully for distress or injury
  • 2.4 Dispose of dead animals if relevant according to workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Clean, maintain and store capture and restraint equipment
  • 2.6 Conduct debriefing sessions with relevant personnel
3. Assist with animal transportation requirements
  • 3.1 Prepare animals for transportation
  • 3.2 Design, or select and prepare, transport containers appropriate to the species and to comply with appropriate live animal transport regulations
  • 3.3 Follow protocols and procedures for shipment or transfer
  • 3.4 Complete relevant documentation and reports
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3852 ACMCAN305A Assist with capturing, restraining and moving animals Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODC54 ACMEXH304 Assist with capturing, restraining and moving animals Unit of competency