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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare to work with livestock
  2. Carry out livestock checks
  3. Deal with livestock emergencies
  4. Provide veterinary procedure support

Range Statement


Performance Evidence

The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

The candidate must provide evidence that they can:

identify hazards and follow safe operating procedures

check livestock regularly

handle livestock safely and humanely

identify signs of ill health, injury and abnormality

identify symptoms of ill health or injury

deal efficiently and calmly with livestock emergencies

complete basic livestock first aid procedures

record and report serious issues or injuries.

follow enterprise work health and safety policies

follow enterprise animal welfare policies