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?
Prepare for foaling
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Condition and health status of pregnant mare is assessed and monitored prior to foaling. Completed |
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Birthing equipment, resources and materials are checked and prepared for use. Completed |
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Hazards in assisting with birthing are identified and safe work practices followed. Completed |
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Mares are moved to area where intervention can be carried out with as little disruption as possible. Completed |
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Mating or AI records are checked and anticipated foaling date is confirmed. Completed |
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Observe the foaling process
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Mares are monitored for signs of approaching parturition. Completed |
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Each of the three stages of foaling - the water breaking, the expulsion of the foetus, and the expulsion of the afterbirth - are monitored with veterinary advice sought where required. Completed |
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Signs of dystocia or malpresentation are noted from the rate of progress in giving birth and the initial presentation of the foal. Completed |
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Apply intervention strategies if birthing fails to progress normally
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Foaling mares are handled calmly and put in a safe and restricted environment. Completed |
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Mares experiencing birthing difficulties are identified by observing behaviour and foaling progress. Completed |
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Hygiene procedures are implemented to ensure the operator and any object entering the birth canal is clean. Completed |
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The orientation and size of the foetus relative to the pelvis is estimated through manual palpation. Completed |
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The possibility of twins is checked and the position of the lead foetus adjusted where required. Completed |
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A malpresentation is physically manipulated into the correct position where required. Completed |
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Force is applied to the foetus in the case of hips being caught or a breech birth. Completed |
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Carry out monitoring after foal has been born
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Mare is allowed to lie and rest for as long as possible. Completed |
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The foal is allowed to stand to break the umbilical cord. Completed |
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The afterbirth is tied after the mare stands and is checked for expulsion within two to three hours after foaling. Completed |
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The placenta is examined to ensure no part of it has been retained. Completed |
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The mare and foal are monitored for nursing and general health. Completed |
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Foaling environment, facilities and equipment are maintained in a safe, hygienic and operational state and faults are reported or fixed. Completed |
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Record of foaling is kept. Completed |
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