1. Advertise livestock for sale.
   • Inspection of livestock is conducted to establish description of animals to be sold.
   • Value of livestock is discussed and agreed with seller.
   • Advertising copy is prepared based on outcomes of livestock inspection and discussion with seller.
   • Advertising copy and schedule are agreed with seller and implemented in line with seller instructions.
2. Respond to buyer enquiries.
   • Buyer enquiries are received and recorded in line with agency practices.
   • Bona fide nature of potential buyers is established to streamline the selling process in line with agency practices.
   • Buyer enquiries are answered or referred to informed sources in line with agency practices.
3. Inspect livestock.
   • Seller is contacted to confirm livestock is still for sale.
   • Inspection of livestock is arranged at a mutually convenient time for seller and buyer.
   • Seller is advised of inspection requirements.
   • Inspection arrangements are confirmed with buyer.
   • Inspection of livestock is conducted in line with agreed inspection requirements and agency practice.
4. Negotiate and close sale of livestock.
   • Negotiations are conducted in line with agency practice, ethical standards and relevant legislative requirements to reach agreement and to close sale.
   • Sales documentation is completed in line with agency practice and relevant legislative requirements and reflects the final draft and agreed selling price.
   • Deposits are secured and appropriate arrangements are made to account for the deposit on subsequent settlement.
   • Arrangements for payments are completed according to agency practice, ethical standards and legislative requirements.
5. Arrange delivery of livestock to buyer.
   • Transport requirements are agreed with seller and buyer.
   • Delivery of livestock is arranged in line with seller or buyer instructions.
   • Documentation associated with delivery of livestock to buyer is completed in line with agency practice, ethical standards and relevant legislative requirements.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.