This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and interpret animal body language and behaviour in an animal control and regulation environment.

This unit applies to individuals who are required to identify animals and respond appropriately to their behaviour, as part of an animal control and regulation role.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Identify animal by characteristics, breed, type and group
Document a brief description, including unique features of the animal
Seek assistance from supervisors or peers according to workplace protocols
Observe animal and interpret its body language and other behavioural signs
Identify and document temperament, traits, health and wellbeing of animal
Assess physical and social environment of animal
Determine behaviour of animal, identifying indicators of normal and abnormal behaviour
Assess biosecurity, infection control and hygiene risks and hazards to the public, self, bystanders and target animals
Discuss constructive solutions to animal behaviour with owners when appropriate
Provide owners with referral to specialists according to workplace protocols
Action statutory response to animal behaviour according to workplace protocols
Accurately enter new or amend existing records of the response in an organisational management system
Follow organisational policies and procedures and legislative requirements

Assessment Cover Sheet

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ACMACR403 - Identify and respond to animal behaviour

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