This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates and their behavioural and physical needs, and provide daily care requirements.

This unit applies to individuals working in the animal care industry where it may be necessary to care for terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates. This may include aquariums, pet shops, zoos, animal technology facilities or similar workplaces. The unit applies to individuals who work under broad supervision and provide and communicate solutions to a range of predictable problems.

Regulatory requirements apply to this unit but vary according to state/territory jurisdictions. Users must check with the relevant regulatory authority before delivery.

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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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Define the profile of terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates commonly held in facility, including habitat, nutrition, health and behavioural characteristics
Identify external features using industry terminology
Classify terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates using industry terminology
Define, interpret and document colours, markings and other identifying features
Monitor water quality for freshwater species and make adjustments as required to maintain optimum water quality appropriate for the species being housed, as directed by supervisor
Identify indicators of animal comfort and normal behaviour
Recognise signs of distressed terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates and report to supervisor
Identify industry standards and guidelines for housing design, environmental factors and appropriate stocking densities
Evaluate current animal housing design in relation to the welfare of animals kept and legislation requirements
Implement behavioural enrichment activities for specific species
Identify WHS associated with handling and restraining terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates, and implement methods to minimise risks
Approach, catch and restrain terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates in a way that minimises risks to animal and others using a range of approved animal welfare procedures
Identify signs of good health in terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates
Report signs of disease or other conditions to supervisor
Identify general health maintenance and preventative treatment procedures and implement according to level of job responsibility
Identify options for health enrichment activities and implement as directed by supervisor
Identify digestive system features and relate to species-specific feeding routines and diets
Identify preferred feed sources and assess samples for quality and suitability
Identify potential feeding hazards and implement risk control options
Prepare food in accordance with dietary needs
Distribute food according to schedule/feeding
Complete feed and treatment records noting food consumption, health and care activities
Report abnormalities to supervisor
Complete documentation relevant to licences and transport, where required

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