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ព្រះរាជាណាចក្រកម្ពុជា · KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA

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Plan, prepare and conduct mulesing procedures

KHU-AGR-0409

Australian Equivalent

AHCLSK371

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct the most efficient and humane mulesing procedure in circumstances where all alternative methods of breech flystrike prevention have been evaluated and mulesing is considered the most appropriate of these for the long-term welfare of the sheep. The unit applies to individuals who plan, prepare and conduct mulesing procedures under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. This unit applies to sheep farmers and contractors in the livestock industry who normally operate under limited supervision. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace, and animal welfare legislation, regulations, standards and guidelines, and sustainability and biosecurity practices. In add

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Conduct pre-mulesing evaluations

0409.E1.O1Identify and comply with relevant legislation, regulations and animal welfare practices

0409.E1.O2Identify industry standards and guidelines

0409.E1.O3Seek expert advice and discuss alternative strategies to manage flystrike susceptibility prior to undertaking mulesing procedures

0409.E1.O4Confirm workplace requirements for use of mulesing

0409.E1.O5Conduct pre-operative evaluation of sheep

0409.E1.O6Identify hazards and risks and implement safe working practices to manage risks

0409.E1.O7Select, fit, use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) applicable to the task

E2Prepare for mulesing operations

0409.E2.O1Identify and order supplies and equipment

0409.E2.O2Monitor weather conditions to determine optimal conditions for operation and recovery of sheep from the procedure

0409.E2.O3Select suitable time of day for operation to minimise the separation time of lambs and ewes

0409.E2.O4Engage skilled workers to perform mulesing

0409.E2.O5Select appropriate yards, paddocks and pastures for each mob and each day to allow adequate time for mothering-up of lambs after separation from the ewes

0409.E2.O6Muster, move and handle sheep using good stock handling techniques and according to workplace animal welfare practices

0409.E2.O7Allow lambs to settle and cool after yarding

E3Select, maintain and use appropriate equipment

0409.E3.O1Maintain equipment in clean, hygienic and good working order to reduce the risk of infection and cross-infection in sheep

0409.E3.O2Maintain and operate mulesing cradles in good working condition to ensure minimal risk to the operator or lamb, especially when loading and unloading

0409.E3.O3Set, grind and sharpen mulesing shears according to workplace procedures

0409.E3.O4Disinfect mulesing shears after sharpening, before use and between each animal

0409.E3.O5Prepare wash-down, soaking and disinfecting containers for use

0409.E3.O6Prepare, test and check chemical application equipment

0409.E3.O7Clean, disinfect and store equipment at the end of operation according to workplace procedures

E4Conduct mulesing procedures

0409.E4.O1Conduct all procedures according to workplace health and safety, animal welfare and biosecurity requirements

0409.E4.O2Maintain facility, operator hands, handling and equipment hygiene throughout the operation

0409.E4.O3Handle lambs using good stock handling techniques and use restraints such as cradles

0409.E4.O4Perform mulesing procedure according to model code of practice and industry standards

0409.E4.O5Apply pain relief to the wound immediately after the procedure according to industry standards and legislative requirements, and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions

0409.E4.O6Apply insecticide dressing to the surrounding intact wool-bearing skin immediately after the procedure according to industry standards and SDS instructions

0409.E4.O7Monitor and evaluate wound symmetry, size and position, and breaks in selvage

0409.E4.O8Remove lambs from cradles so they land gently on all four feet

E5Conduct post-mulesing management procedures

0409.E5.O1Allow lambs, following release, to mother-up to ewes

0409.E5.O2Provide immediate treatment for lambs that are abandoned or unable to stand or walk

0409.E5.O3Monitor lambs for abnormal signs such as infection and septicaemia

0409.E5.O4Complete mulesing documentation and records according to workplace procedures

0409.E5.O5Identify and report unserviceable equipment and PPE according to workplace procedures