Manage livestock production

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AHCLSK501A, 'Manage livestock production'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Manage livestock production' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan for production

1.1. The capability of land resources for grazing is assessed and stock, fire, pasture or range management strategies are determined for each land capability class.

1.2. The suitability and sustainability of water resources is assessed.

1.3. Livestock production targets for each enterprise are established for the short and long term according to the farms marketing and business plans.

1.4. Short and long term livestock production targets take breeding for herd/flock improvement into consideration, and are established in the light of the risk control factors that are applicable.

1.5. Breeds and breeding programs are selected based on the production targets and the marketing requirements for the enterprise.

1.6. Production facilities are selected and designed in a way that deals sensitively with identified waste products.

1.7. Environmental controls are established and specifically included in the production plan.

1.8. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risks assessed, and suitable controls are incorporated into the production plan.

1.9. A plan is prepared that documents the decisions taken, the assessments made, the targets established, and any specific issues that relate to environmental and OHS risks.

1.10. The plan includes the type, format, frequency and detail of any reporting required by both manager(s) and operators.

2. Plan for livestock needs

2.1. Feed requirements are determined for each age/sex category of herds and/or flocks.

2.2. A feeding plan is determined for each livestock category based on a cost benefit analysis.

2.3. Health strategies are devised to prevent and control disease in each herd and/or flock on the basis of a cost benefit analysis.

2.4. Schedules are prepared for purchasing and using the products and services that are used in livestock production.

2.5. Livestock production, harvesting, handling and transportation methods are determined from a cost benefit analysis.

2.6. A livestock production plan is prepared that incorporates the calendar of operations for each enterprise production cycle, and any specific animal welfare issues.

2.7. The plan includes the type, format, frequency and detail of any reporting required by both manager(s) and operators.

3. Seek information on innovations for existing or potential enterprises and farm activities

3.1. Sources of information on innovations are identified and accessed.

3.2. Information on innovations is assessed to determine whether or not such innovations could be used in the present enterprise, or in a potential enterprise.

3.3. Prepared production plans are amended to include innovations that are deemed suitable for use in the enterprise.

4. Test and adopt relevant innovations

4.1. Any people who may be involved in implementing the innovation or in planning for it are consulted, and the change is discussed with them.

4.2. Innovations are tested on the farm to determine whether or not they are suitable, and whether they may be readily adapted to suit the circumstances of the business.

4.3. Any OHS hazards or environmental risks that present during the trial phase are identified, assessed, and responsible action is taken.

4.4. A decision is made about whether or not to adopt the innovation, based on its costs and benefits and any implementation issues, including environmental and OHS considerations.

5. Implement, monitor and evaluate livestock production plans

5.1. Production plans are implemented and monitored according the calendar of operations.

5.2. Production facilities are sited, erected and/or installed in a way that deals sensitively with identified waste products.

5.3. Livestock growth/maturity or production is evaluated according to the planned targets and the marketing requirements.

5.4. Flock/herd health is monitored and parasite and disease outbreaks are controlled quickly and effectively.

5.5. Feed supplies are assessed, pasture or range condition and species composition are monitored, and stocking rates are varied to maintain optimum pasture and livestock health.

5.6. Environmental impacts and OHS hazards relating to livestock production in the business are identified, monitored and managed to promote optimum pasture, livestock, and employee health.

5.7. Physical and financial records are analysed and extractions taken from them to assess production performance, and to provide information for taxation purposes.

5.8. The production performance of each enterprise is evaluated to determine whether or not they are sustainable and profitable, and to use in reviewing and revising production plans.

6. Comply with legal requirements and regulation

6.1. Information about the legal requirements and regulations that affect farm land ownership/possession and livestock production is obtained.

6.2. Record keeping requirements are determined, and procedures are put in place to ensure compliance with the range of applicable regulations including taxation legislation.

6.3. Permits are obtained from the relevant authorities for the transport and movement of livestock and equipment.


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCLSK501A appears in the following qualifications: