Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to move large animals
- Assess the risks involved in moving large animal/s from one location to another
- Select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE) suitable for the situation
- Confirm instructions with team leader or incident controller
- Maintain safety requirements relating to hygiene and biosecurity according to organisational requirements
- Prepare equipment required for the task and check for serviceability
- Check that the new location and/or transport meets the safety, security and suitability requirements for the large animal/s species being moved
- Identify animals to be moved and assess condition
- Identify selected animal/s to be moved and record identification information using organisational formats
- Identify injured or sick animals and potential need to isolate or group some animals
- Identify animals requiring veterinary attention, and report to relevant personnel
- Make alternative arrangements for animals unfit to be moved or that are deceased
- Gather and control large animals
- Approach large animal/s safely and in a manner that minimises stress and stimulation
- Apply species-specific knowledge of physical features, behaviour, flight zones and point of balance to safely move animals
- Catch or contain loose animals using safe handling and controlling methods
- Control herds or groups of animals, and manoeuvre to a suitable area ready for moving
- Modify methods of handling in response to the animal/s actions and to ensure safety to self, others and other animals
- Move large animals to new location
- Transfer the animal/s to the new location using planned route and/or transportation
- Address or report safety issues relating to bystanders or spectators during the move
- Monitor large animal welfare during movement with adequate provision of rest, water and feeding points
- Maintain effective communication throughout activities to minimise the risk to others in the vicinity
- Complete relocation of large animals
- Establish the animal/s in the new location and record identification information
- Assist with processes for reuniting animals with owners, and unclaimed animals
- Administer health and welfare care to animal/s according to instructions
- Complete records and reports according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
- Participate in debrief at conclusion of relocation activity