Elements and Performance Criteria
- Assess the situation and plan response
- Risk posed to self, others and animals is assessed.
- Options for assisting animals are evaluated and procedures selected with reference to workplace protocols and regulations.
- Animals are identified and appropriate equipment is selected for the rescue.
- Occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures and personal protective equipment are used at all times when handling animals.
- Capture and protect animal
- Basic animal care is provided to minimise stress to animals.
- Animal is caught and handled safely and humanely to minimise pain and potential injuries.
- Animal is reassured in a caring manner and made comfortable using available resources.
- Physical condition and vital signs of the animal are assessed.
- Provide first aid assistance
- Basic first aid is provided in accordance with established animal first aid procedures.
- Treatment is sought from others as appropriate and required.
- Advice and assistance are sought from supervisor or appropriate personnel in respect to future options for animal.
- Information on animal is collected and recorded in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements.