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Care for crocodiles over 1.2 metres in a controlled environment

Care for crocodiles over 1.2 metres in a controlled environment

Unit of competency
National Code
SFICRO303
State Code
OCH85
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
30/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/02/2021
Field of Education
050701 - Aquaculture
Original Release Date
18/02/2021
Nominal Hours
16
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to care for crocodiles over 1.2 metres in a controlled environment. While it relates mostly to saltwater crocodiles, it may entail caring for other crocodile group species (alligators, caimans, crocodiles and gharials).The unit applies to individuals who care for crocodiles on farms, wildlife parks or research facilities. 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. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Licences or permits may be required for the use of firearms or restricted drugs on crocodiles or if operating vehicles.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for care of crocodiles over 1.2 metres in a controlled environment
  • 1.1 Determine and prepare to observe relevant crocodile protection legislation/regulation and codes of practice
  • 1.2 Determine biosecurity issues associated with working with crocodiles in captivity
  • 1.3 Identify risk factors that could affect crocodile care operations, and plan to minimise risk
  • 1.4 Source information on sound crocodile husbandry and welfare processes that enhance crocodile health and prevent skin damage
  • 1.5 Identify the purpose of specific facilities, including crocodile breeding enclosures
  • 1.6 Discuss the site-specific requirements with relevant personnel
  • 1.7 Gather required equipment, including personal protective equipment (PPE) to prepare for work with crocodiles in a controlled environment according to workplace health and safety standards
2. Feed crocodiles over 1.2 metres
  • 2.1 Identify the nutritional needs of crocodiles over 1.2 metres in a controlled environment as specified in the relevant codes of practice
  • 2.2 Prepare and store food and food supplements according to food safety requirements
  • 2.3 Feed crocodiles that are over 1.2 metres, following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and according to crocodile safety procedures
  • 2.4 Maintain feeding records according to organisation SOPs, and report any observed feeding abnormalities
3. Maintain pens of crocodiles over 1.2 metres
  • 3.1 Remove excess food and record leftover amount according to SOPs
  • 3.2 Clean crocodile pens and remove dead crocodiles according to SOPs and relevant codes of practice
  • 3.3 Monitor and maintain water quality and temperatures according to SOPs
4. Monitor health of crocodiles over 1.2 metres in a controlled environment
  • 4.1 Monitor and record crocodile health to prevent disease and illness
  • 4.2 Monitor and document husbandry records according to facility SOPs and internal auditing process
5. Conduct crocodile stock administrative activity
  • 5.1 Check completeness of pen cleaning and disposal of waste materials according to SOPs, biosecurity and environmental requirements
  • 5.2 Update facility records and report any abnormal observations, events, or deaths, to relevant personnel
  • 5.3 Check condition and storage of tools and equipment, and report repair and maintenance requirements to relevant personnel
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