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Treat rectal prolapse in pigs

Treat rectal prolapse in pigs

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPRK313
State Code
OFA93
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
061101 - Veterinary Science
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to treat rectal prolapse in pigs, including preparation, treatment and post-treatment care.This unit applies to individuals who apply technical knowledge and skills with discretion and judgement to care for pigs in pork production environments. They work under broad direction, coordinate activities and solve problems related to pig health and welfare. Work environments may include indoor and outdoor pork production systems.Commonwealth and/or state/territory health and safety, animal welfare, environmental protection and biosecurity legislation, regulations and codes of practice apply to keeping and working with pigs. Requirements vary between jurisdictions.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. Mandatory workplace requirements apply to the assessment of this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to treat rectal prolapse
  • 1.1 Identify and follow biosecurity procedures that apply to entering and working on a pork production site
  • 1.2 Recognise signs of rectal prolapse and rectal strictures in pigs
  • 1.3 Determine treatment based on severity of prolapse or stricture, and pig health and condition
  • 1.4 Seek supervisor, veterinary or other expert advice where required
  • 1.5 Prepare work site, required resources and materials for treatment according to enterprise infection control procedures
2. Treat rectal prolapse
  • 2.1 Identify health and safety hazards, and assess and control risks related to treating rectal prolapse
  • 2.2 Select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE) according to enterprise safety and biosecurity requirements
  • 2.3 Isolate and/or treat pig according to Farm Treatment Plan using safe manual handling and low stress animal handling techniques
  • 2.4 Monitor pig improvement and/or continue treatment as required, and update treatment records
  • 2.5 Report abnormal outbreaks of rectal prolapse to farm management
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAP56 AHCPRK302 Treat rectal prolapse in pigs Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJB2 AHC30422 Certificate III in Pork Production Qualification