Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify and assist with animal care needs
- Suitable environment for rearing young animals is prepared and maintained in accordance with occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements.
- Appropriate care program is developed to ensure the health and wellbeing of animals.
- Assistance is provided in operating and maintaining controlled environments in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
- Risks to animals associated with artificial rearing are identified and minimised.
- Monitor health and nutrition requirements for young animals
- Dietary and feeding requirements of young animals are prepared and stored in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
- Growth and general condition of animals are monitored.
- Weaning procedures are followed for nominated species where appropriate.
- Pre-release activities are conducted under supervision, where appropriate.
- Records are maintained in accordance with facility policies and procedures.