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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for work in the production area
   • Confirm work to be undertaken from work program where necessary, and clarify with supervisor if required
   • Identify hazards, assess risks and implement suitable controls
   • Select and use suitable personal protective equipment
   • Select, check and maintain tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken
   • Communicate the personal protective equipment and other safety requirements to staff and contractors, and obtain confirmation of understanding
2. Coordinate work activities
   • Communicate the work required to staff and contractors clearly and unambiguously following the production plan and program
   • Meet work schedules, plans and priorities according to the needs of the organisation or situation
   • Ensure the allocation of work optimises resources and the existing competencies of staff
   • Provide feedback to staff and management on request, or as necessary
3. Monitor daily operations
   • Assess manure and litter consistency and treat to prevent deterioration, where appropriate
   • Implement the designated lighting and internal environment programs for the unit
   • Check that effluent storage and disposal systems are operated according to the production program and manufacturer's instructions
   • Ensure that all rubbish and used consumables are removed from production site according to the requirements of the production program
   • Ensure work, health and safety requirements are being observed and followed
   • Communicate with operational staff and any contractors regularly to ensure smooth operation and progress
4. Monitor herd/flock health
   • Observe herd/flock and shed conditions for signs of ill health, and record and report changes
   • Examine livestock for evidence of disease through post-mortem techniques in line with individual unit standard and veterinary advice
   • Identify disease status of unit stock and request serviceman or veterinary assistance when required
   • Check components of quarantine/ biosecurity procedures for compliance
   • Comply with enterprise animal welfare policies
5. Complete records and documentation
   • Collate information gathered throughout production operations
   • Graph collated information where required, and prepare for presentation to supervisor or manager ensuring easy recognition and extraction of data

Range Statement

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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:

maintain biosecurity procedures and report concerns immediately

read and interpret cost sheets, production information, target statistics, quantities of feed and other inputs

read and interpret production and other information in a manner that is readily accessible for both management and operators

monitor shed temperature and adjust as required

read and interpret spreadsheet information using a software package

discuss production performance, risk and hazard potential, quality of output, and methods of production with both management and operators

read and interpret the activities contained in livestock production plans

observe, identify and react appropriately to work health and safety hazards and environment risks

recognise when performance standards are not met and investigate and report findings in written form

provide supervision of staff including allocating duties and feedback on performance

read and interpret cost sheets, production information, target statistics, quantities of feed and other inputs

prepare and present production and other information in a manner that is readily accessible for both management and operators

apply relevant animal welfare practices

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:

biosecurity procedures and codes of practice

common livestock diseases and clinical signs

relevant industry, environmental and quality standards (including ISO9002:1094)

animal welfare codes of practice and procedures

types of sheds and equipment

raw data to determine issues and problems

recording and reporting requirements

fundamentals of quarantine and control methods

common feed ingredients and additives

water reticulation systems and quality

State and Territory work health and safety legislation and codes of practice relevant to the sector

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