The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!
From the Wiki University
What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?
Identify and appraise manual instruments used in equine dentistry
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Materials used in manual dental instruments are evaluated to assess their appropriateness for intended use and for cleaning and disinfection Completed |
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Speculum types and fittings are evaluated and fitting techniques demonstrated in accordance with occupational health and safety (OHS) standards and animal welfare considerations Completed |
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Manual files (floats) and file (float) blade types are evaluated and techniques for use are demonstrated in accordance with OHS standards and animal welfare considerations Completed |
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Other dental equipment is evaluated and techniques for use are demonstrated in accordance with OHS standards and animal welfare considerations Completed |
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Prepare for use of manual instruments
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Treatment plan and oral mouth inspection reports are referred to before commencing dental treatment Completed |
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If required, sedation is accessed in accordance with State/Territory legislation requirements Completed |
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Appropriate manual instruments are selected for the nominated task and risk assessment is conducted prior to use Completed |
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Infection control standard procedures are implemented Completed |
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The horse is positioned or restrained and the carer is instructed on their role in controlling the horse Completed |
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Prepare for routine dental correction in line with the treatment plan
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Incisors are assessed in relation to position, number, condition and wear Completed |
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Impact of sharp canines on soft tissue is assessed Completed |
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3.3 Mouth is rinsed and speculum is fitted in line with industry standards and mouth is re-rinsed giving due consideration to the horse's response and the relevant anatomy Completed |
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Supragingival calculus ("tartar") is identified and its impact on the horse’s health is assessed and its need for referral to veterinarian or other appropriate service provider evaluated Completed |
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Supragingival calculus ("tartar") is removed from teeth, as necessary Completed |
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Feed impacted in interdental and other periodontal spaces is identified, the cause determined and impact on health and need for referral is recommended Completed |
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Impacted feed is removed to enable assessment of cause and referral for treatment is arranged if required Completed |
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Position, size and shape of wolf teeth are assessed and need for referral evaluated Completed |
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Presence of retained deciduous teeth (caps) and digitally loose teeth is identified, taking into consideration the age of the horse and the requirement for referral is evaluated Completed |
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Any retained deciduous teeth are treated appropriately Completed |
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Any digitally loose permanent teeth are treated appropriately Completed |
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Canine teeth are cleaned and modified as required to provide maximum comfort for domestic and performance requirements taking into consideration the age, sex and breed of the horse. If the teeth are reduced, care must be taken not to expose pulp chambers Completed |
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Perform routine dental correction in accordance with the treatment plan |
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Impact of sharp buccal and lingual points on soft tissues is assessed on both the upper and lower molar arcade
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Teeth are filed (floated) (avoiding close proximity or exposure of any pulp canals) to optimise the health, mastication and comfort of the horse Completed |
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Install or restore bit seat for ridden or driven horses |
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Prior to installing bit seat arrangements are made to address presence of wolf teeth (PM) if required
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Features of the required ‘bit seat’ are identified in accordance with the treatment plan Completed |
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Appropriate bit seats are created on the 2nd premolars (PM2) on both the upper and lower arcades giving due consideration to tooth structure and maintaining optimal occlusion in relation to mastication and avoidance of the pulp canals Completed |
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Provide post dental treatment care
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Mouth is rinsed giving due consideration to the response of the horse and the relevant anatomy Completed |
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Oral cavity including teeth are inspected for evidence of injury caused during dental treatment and treatment options are then evaluated and action taken if required Completed |
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Dental treatment is evaluated to confirm comfort, and oral functional status to determine if lateral excursion, rostro-caudal movement and occlusion have been achieved at a routine dental correction level Completed |
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Work area, instruments and other equipment are cleaned and disinfected, in accordance with infection control standard precautions Completed |
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Instruments and equipment are checked for viability and maintenance or repair procedures are implemented as required Completed |
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Records including dental charts are update Completed |
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The owner or carer is informed about the scope of the treatment provided and if required advised regarding post-treatment care, the need for follow-up treatment or referral to a veterinarian or other appropriate service provider. Completed |
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