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Use firearms to humanely destroy animals

KHU-AGR-0698

Australian Equivalent

AHCPMG304

Elements

Learning Outcomes

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to euthanise animals using firearms and techniques appropriate for the type and mobility of the animal. The unit applies to individuals who hold a valid firearms license and work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems. State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions. Destruction of pest animals must comply with state animal cruelty legislation.

Elements & Learning Outcomes

E1Plan for the shooting activity

0698.E1.O1Map location and boundaries for the shoot in accordance with the pest management plan and monitoring program

0698.E1.O2Confirm location of habitats, habits and range of movement of target animal

0698.E1.O3Determine timing of the shoot based on the activity patterns of the target animal and estimate time required to complete the shoot

0698.E1.O4Identify hazards and risks and apply control measures associated with the shoot according to workplace safety procedures

0698.E1.O5Identify environmental and personal and public safety risks associated with the shoot

0698.E1.O6Identify, fit and use suitable personal protective equipment and warning signs required for the activity

E2Prepare for the shooting activity

0698.E2.O1Confirm anatomy and physical features identifying location of vulnerable organs of target animal

0698.E2.O2Take precautions to minimise hazards and environmental risks associated with the shoot

0698.E2.O3Select vehicles, equipment and materials intended for use and check for serviceability

0698.E2.O4Ensure firearm licences and permits are current and applicable to purpose

0698.E2.O5Select firearm and ammunition types to comply with recommendations and workplace procedures for target animal

0698.E2.O6Ensure firearms, ammunition, and stowage for transportation meets licensing requirements

0698.E2.O7Check and prepare firearm and ammunition

0698.E2.O8Zero and test firearm according to workplace procedures

0698.E2.O9Stow firearm for transport according to legislative and regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

E3Shoot animals

0698.E3.O1Carry firearm safely with muzzle pointing in safe direction at all times according to industry best practice and workplace procedures

0698.E3.O2Load, discharge and unload firearm according to safety procedures

0698.E3.O3Aim firearm at vulnerable organ on the target animal and discharge firearm to kill using a single shot

0698.E3.O4Check each target animal to ensure it is dead prior to selecting the next target animal

0698.E3.O5Euthanise target animals that have not been killed cleanly

0698.E3.O6Handle carcases required for research or commercial use to minimise personal health and safety and biosecurity risks

0698.E3.O7Dispose of animal carcases not required for research or other purposes according to enterprise procedures to minimise biosecurity or public safety and health risks

E4Clean and store equipment and material

0698.E4.O1Clean and store carcases for research or commercial use

0698.E4.O2Clean and store equipment and materials according to workplace practices

0698.E4.O3Clean, maintain and store firearms in line with regulatory standards

0698.E4.O4Store ammunition safely

0698.E4.O5Report or record activity completion according to workplace practices