Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare marking plan
- Information and instructions with regard to marking operations are obtained and clarified in line with enterprise objectives.
- The timing of marking reflects the calendar of operations and minimises growth checks.
- Animal groupings, marking operations and sequencing are determined.
- Resource requirements are assessed and determined within enterprise budgetary constraints.
- Marking plan is prepared and is sufficiently flexible to adapt to changes during marking operations.
- Co-ordinate and arrange resources
- Suitable locations for undertaking marking operations and facilities are located and arranged to meet requirements of marking schedules.
- Equipment, materials and health treatments are arranged and provided on site.
- Staff are confirmed and provided with safety, task and operational briefings.
- Safe and risk assessed workplace environment is maintained in line with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and enterprise requirements.
- Marking operations are timed and supervised to ensure mismothering is minimised and animal welfare requirements are met.
- Monitor marking operation
- Implementation of marking plan is monitored for efficiency and effectiveness in terms of achieving enterprise objectives.
- Condition and health status of animals is monitored and abnormalities are reported in line with enterprise and animal welfare requirements.
- Effective worksite communication is maintained to ensure efficient workflow and address immediate problems.
- Data with regard to operational processes and outcomes are documented for continual assessment and management planning.