Cambodian Skills Delivery Model

SEAL National Course Catalogue · MLVT / National Training Board

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2,822

Assessment Packages

Carry out birthing duties

KHU-AGR-0356

Australian Equivalent

AHCLSK219

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to assist animals and their newborn at birthing, including preparing for birthing, assisting with birthing process and providing post-birthing assistance. The unit applies to individuals who carry out birthing duties under general supervision with limited autonomy or accountability. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures, health and safety in the workplace requirements, animal welfare legislative, regulatory and codes of practice requirements, and sustainability and biosecurity practices. In addition to legal responsibilities, all units of competency dealing with animals in the AHC Training Package have the requirements for animals to be handled humanely to minimise stress and discomfort. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Prepare for birthing

0356.E1.O1Read animal records and confirm anticipated birthing date with supervisor

0356.E1.O2Check and monitor condition and health status of pregnant animal prior to birthing

0356.E1.O3Prepare and use equipment, resources and materials according to supervisor instructions and safe working practices

0356.E1.O4Provide shelter access for birthing females to ensure animal welfare needs are met

0356.E1.O5Identify workplace health and safety hazards and report to supervisor

0356.E1.O6Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to task

0356.E1.O7Check and report faulty or unsafe equipment, resources, materials or PPE to supervisor

0356.E1.O8Check for presence of predators and implement control measures where necessary and report to supervisor

E2Assist at the birthing process

0356.E2.O1Monitor environment and animals to assess whether birth is progressing normally

0356.E2.O2Handle animals calmly with minimal disruption to birthing process according to workplace animal welfare and hygiene practices

0356.E2.O3Identify animals experiencing birthing difficulties and intervene as appropriate

0356.E2.O4Seek supervisor or veterinary advice if birth complications cannot be resolved

E3Provide post-birthing assistance

0356.E3.O1Check and clear newborns airways where required

0356.E3.O2Clean mother and newborn where required

0356.E3.O3Monitor post-birthing health, suckling and bonding of female and newborn

0356.E3.O4Administer antibiotics or other medicine as directed

0356.E3.O5Clean and maintain birthing environment, facilities and equipment according to workplace procedures

0356.E3.O6Complete birth records according to workplace procedures

0356.E3.O7Report malfunctions, faults, wear or damage of facilities, equipment and resources to supervisor