Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release Number |
TP Version |
Comments |
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1 |
AHCv1.0 |
Initial release |
Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate resources and monitor the work of others within an intensive production process.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety, animal welfare and biosecurity legislation and codes of practice and sustainability practices.
This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work, including limited responsibility for the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil.
Unit Sector
Livestock (LSK)
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Element |
Performance criteria |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1. Prepare for work in the production area |
1.1 Confirm work to be undertaken from work program where necessary, and clarify with supervisor if required 1.2 Identify hazards, assess risks and implement suitable controls 1.3 Select and use suitable personal protective equipment 1.4 Select, check and maintain tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken 1.5 Communicate the personal protective equipment and other safety requirements to staff and contractors, and obtain confirmation of understanding |
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2. Coordinate work activities |
2.1 Communicate the work required to staff and contractors clearly and unambiguously following the production plan and program 2.2 Meet work schedules, plans and priorities according to the needs of the organisation or situation 2.3 Ensure the allocation of work optimises resources and the existing competencies of staff 2.4 Provide feedback to staff and management on request, or as necessary |
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3. Monitor daily operations |
3.1 Assess manure and litter consistency and treat to prevent deterioration, where appropriate 3.2 Implement the designated lighting and internal environment programs for the unit 3.3 Check that effluent storage and disposal systems are operated according to the production program and manufacturer's instructions 3.4 Ensure that all rubbish and used consumables are removed from production site according to the requirements of the production program 3.5 Ensure work, health and safety requirements are being observed and followed 3.6 Communicate with operational staff and any contractors regularly to ensure smooth operation and progress |
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4. Monitor herd/flock health |
4.1 Observe herd/flock and shed conditions for signs of ill health, and record and report changes 4.2 Examine livestock for evidence of disease through post-mortem techniques in line with individual unit standard and veterinary advice 4.3 Identify disease status of unit stock and request serviceman or veterinary assistance when required 4.4 Check components of quarantine/ biosecurity procedures for compliance 4.5 Comply with enterprise animal welfare policies |
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5. Complete records and documentation |
5.1 Collate information gathered throughout production operations 5.2 Graph collated information where required, and prepare for presentation to supervisor or manager ensuring easy recognition and extraction of data |
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
Unit Mapping Information
This unit is equivalent to AHCLSK306A Coordinate and monitor production performance
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72
