ACMGEN201 — Work in the animal care industry

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What an assessment for ACMGEN201 must cover

40 assessable components: 4 elements (19 performance criteria), 5 performance evidence and 14 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 2 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Contribute to a productive work environment

1.1Collect and interpret information on animal care industry work functions, and employment terms and conditions
1.2Perform personal work practices to contribute positively to quality, productivity and effective teamwork in the workplace
1.3Comply with industry and workplace-specific management structures and lines of reporting
1.4Follow work schedules according to workplace policies and procedures
1.5Perform job-specific work practices and comply with workplace procedures
1.6Identify and follow workplace confidentiality policies and procedures

2 Recognise and identify animals in the workplace

2.1Identify animals by groups, species and breed using scientific and common names
2.2Describe animals using identifiable characteristics, standard colours, weight and height
2.3Identify a range of animals commonly found in the workplace, according to industry standard or workplace identification procedures
2.4Document a brief description of individual animals and their unique features or markings

3 Identify physical, social and behavioural characteristics

3.1Identify the temperament traits of species and breed in the workplace
3.2Identify physical and social environmental needs of animals
3.3Identify indicators of normal and undesirable or maladaptive behaviour of animal, within physical and social environment
3.4Identify basic animal body language signs and communication that indicate potential safety risks

4 Incorporate animal needs in conduct of work practices

4.1Identify and follow workplace procedures relevant to animal care work
4.2Complete work routines with consideration for animal health and wellbeing priorities
4.3Handle and interact with animal with due consideration to the risks and the social and behavioural characteristics of the species
4.4Comply with hygiene protocols to ensure animal health
4.5Follow security protocols to ensure animal safety

Performance evidence

identified a total of 10 common species or breeds covering the following groups: - companion animals - livestock - wildlife/native animals - declared pest animals
documented a brief description, including unique features of an animal, for two species
followed task instructions and workplace procedures to safely complete at least two routine animal care work activities for live animals in an animal care workplace, selected from the following: - set up of animal bedding or housing - cleaning and maintenance of animal housing and/or facility work areas, including the removal of animal waste and soiled bedding materials - feeding and watering animals - enrichment
interacted with and/or handled at least three different animals in a humane manner using low stress techniques
communicated effectively with supervisor and team members using industry-appropriate terminology

Knowledge evidence

taxonomy of the animal kingdom, including scientific names
features and characteristics used to identify a range of animals by species and breed, including: - standard Australian dog breeds - cat breeds - horses - reptiles - fish - birds - livestock
identifiable animal characteristics, including: - age, sex and size - coat or skin colours - markings, patterns and permanent scars - microchip, ear tags, tattoos and markings and leg bands - movement and behaviour of animals
animal temperaments and behaviours and how they relate to associated risks and hazards
basic animal behaviour as it relates to breed, type or group, including basic identification of body language and communication
services available in different animal care sectors, including: - animal technology, including biomedical research - animal regulation and management - exhibited/captive animals - companion animal services - veterinary practices - wildlife care and rehabilitation
features of animal care industries, including: - relationships between sectors and other industries - industry work conditions - legislation that affects the industry, including workplace health and safety and animal welfare - industrial relations and employment terms and conditions - appropriate industry work ethics - industry quality assurance standards - general job responsibilities in a range of animal care sectors
animal care workplace policies and procedures, including: - animal welfare - environmentally sustainable practices - infection control - privacy and confidentiality of client information
risks of working with animals relevant to context or species, including: - animal bites, envenomation, kicks, scratches and crush injuries - biological hazardous waste handling and disposal - handling of chemicals and medicines - manual handling, including carrying, lifting and shifting - needle pricks and cuts from other sharps - release of infective agents (animal and human) - slippery or uneven work surfaces - zoonoses
principles of animal welfare requirements applicable to work role, including basic overview of ethics, assessment frameworks and legislation
common diseases, ailments, injuries and other impacts on animal health and wellbeing relevant to species or context
housing, exercise, social and activity needs of a range of animals
industry or workplace expectations of conduct, presentation and work performance
types of disinfectants or cleaning agents, and cleaning techniques, equipment and materials used in an animal care workplace

Foundation skills

Reading: Interpret industry terminology in workplace policies, procedures and instructions
Oral communication: Participate in verbal exchanges using industry terminology

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