This unit applies to the provision of support to others undertaking extensive livestock production.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for extensive livestock work

1.1. The required materials, tools and equipment are identified according to lists provided and/or supervisor's instructions.

1.2. Checks are conducted on all materials, tools and equipment with insufficient or faulty items reported to the supervisor.

1.3. Techniques used when loading and unloading materials demonstrate correct manual handling and minimise damage to the load and the vehicle.

1.4. Suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is selected and checked prior to use.

1.5. Work support is provided according to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and according to workplace information.

1.6. OHS hazards are identified and reported to the supervisor.

2. Undertake extensive livestock work as directed

2.1. Instructions and directions provided by supervisor are followed and clarification sought when necessary.

2.2. Work is undertaken in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner according to enterprise guidelines.

2.3. Interactions with other staff and customers are carried out in a positive and professional manner.

2.4. Enterprise policy and procedures in relation to workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials is observed.

2.5. Problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines are reported to supervisor.

3. Handle materials and equipment

3.1. Waste material produced during work is stored in a designated area according to supervisor's instructions.

3.2. Materials, equipment and machinery are handled and transported according to supervisor's instructions and enterprise guidelines.

3.3. A clean and safe work site is maintained while working.

4. Clean up on completion of work

4.1. Materials are returned to store or disposed of according to supervisor's instructions.

4.2. Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored according to manufacturer's specifications and supervisor's instructions.

4.3. Work outcomes are reported to the supervisor.

Required skills

follow safe work practices

participate in teams and contribute to team objectives

understand instructions

read labels, site plan measurements and OHS symbols

use literacy skills to read and follow a range of basic instructions

use oral communication skills/language competence to communicate effectively with others

use numeracy skills to complete basic calculations

use interpersonal skills to work with and relate to people from a range of cultural, social and religious backgrounds.

Required knowledge

safe work practices

animal handling techniques including animal welfare requirements

tools and equipment

maintenance practices for planted areas

repair and maintenance of features

OHS and environmental protection legislation and enterprise procedures.

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

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:

use safe animal handling techniques

use livestock handling tools and equipment

assist in monitoring livestock health and welfare

assist others repair and maintain facilities.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.

Livestock may include:

cattle

sheep

pigs

alpacas

goats

deer.

Work tasks may include:

assistance with moving livestock

caring for animals

distributing stockfeed

loading and unloading goods and materials

carrying out routine maintenance on:

buildings

roads

troughs

fences

cleaning yards

sheds

fixtures and fittings.

Hazards may include:

solar radiation

dust

noise

air- and soil-borne micro-organisms

chemicals and hazardous substances

sharp hand tools and equipment

manual handling

holes

slippery and uneven surfaces.

Unit sector

Livestock

This unit contains employability skills.