This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work in an animal technology facility.

The unit applies to individuals who work under strict supervision as junior or assistant level animal technicians, working with and caring for animals used within an animal technology environment for scientific purposes.

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
Identify role of the animal technology facility within the context of relevant legislative requirements
Determine roles and relationships between departments or individuals
Identify relationships with other bodies and agencies
Use industry terminology related to work procedures, equipment and animal management
Complete daily routines according to organisational health and safety and environmental requirements and work practices
Perform personal work practices to comply with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines
Interpret and comply with relevant codes, regulations and legislation related to the ethical treatment of animals in workplaces requiring animal technicians
Comply with biosecurity protocols and organisational procedures to ensure the health and safety of animals and staff
Use common and scientific names to identify animals
Use distinguishing characteristics to identify specific animals3.3 Use appropriate methods to identify specific animals within a group
Accurately record animal identification details in the organisational management system according to organisational procedures
Identify the reasons for implementing euthanasia and humane killing in an animal laboratory and research context
Identify appropriate process and species-specific approved methods for euthanasia or humane killing used in the facility
Observe or assist with approved animal euthanasia or humane killing
Identify situations or incidents related to animal technology work that may contribute to mental health and wellbeing, including compassion fatigue
Anticipate, recognise and respond to signs indicating mental health issues, including compassion fatigue, in self and others
Identify coping strategies and tools to maintain mental health issues
Contribute to team strategies to address challenges relating to animal technology work
Perform job-specific work practices according to organisational and regulatory health and safety and environmental requirements
Comply with workplace security procedures
Communicate clearly and seek assistance from the appropriate person to improve performance and provide guidance
Identify and report unusual activity and breaches in compliance

Assessment Cover Sheet

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