Assessor Resource
ACMGAS305
Rescue animals and apply basic first aid
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to rescue and restrain animals, and to provide basic first aid.
The unit applies to individuals working as animal keepers and carers, where it may be necessary to identify where assistance is required in the rescue of animals and the management of animal stress and injuries. These individuals work under broad supervision and use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources. Work routines must meet industry standards and compliance requirements for ethical handling and welfare of animals, work health and safety, and biosecurity appropriate to the work role.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.
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