This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to use a range of recognised techniques and specialised equipment to extricate a compromised large animal from an incident scene. It covers a range of techniques to recover large animals from a variety of situations.

The unit applies to individuals who work as responders in a team to assist in large animal incident operations. They have experience responding to animal incidents and in applying animal handling and manipulation techniques.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety and animal welfare regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Assess incident situation and risks to people and animals, and discuss risk control strategies with team members
Determine appropriate techniques and equipment for incident condition and size, weight and welfare requirements of the animal in consultation with others
Participate in team briefing about incident action plan, objectives and own role
Monitor safety and maintain situational awareness at all stages
Select and correctly fit appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Organise support equipment and supplies as instructed
Locate, inspect and prepare manual and mechanical equipment required to extricate or lift the large animal
Assist with set-up of incident area, including planned release area for animal and identified escape routes
Cooperate and communicate clearly with team members to ensure safety of team and bystanders and to maintain animal welfare
Communicate with veterinarian regarding the need for physical restraint and sedation or anaesthetics for the animal, to allow safer access, provision of first aid and assistance with extrication
Approach the animal calmly on the safer side and adopt correct position for technique and equipment employed
Maintain control of the animal's head
Attach lifting straps, slings or harness securely to the animal according to agreed plan
Connect lifting strap, sling or harness securely to mechanical equipment, where lifting is required
Assess and respond to animal behaviour to ensure safety of self, others and animal
Assist with steering, lifting and manoeuvring the animal safely to the planned location in readiness for release
Remove the lifting sling, straps or harness in reverse order, maintaining a safe system of work and avoiding unnecessary stimulation of the animal
Release large animal in a planned location to be treated or monitored during recovery phase
Handle and make arrangements for disposal of deceased animals promptly, in a dignified and environmentally safe manner
Recover, clean and store equipment and remove waste and debris from incident scene according to workplace procedures
Participate in incident debrief
Complete required records or reports according to workplace procedures

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