Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare materials, tools and equipment for extensive livestock work
- Identify the required materials, tools and equipment using provided lists and supervisor's instructions
- Carry out checks on all materials, tools and equipment and report insufficient or faulty items to the supervisor
- Use safe manual handling techniques when loading and unloading materials and equipment
- Select and use suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) and check prior to use
- Identify hazards and report to supervisor
- Undertake extensive livestock work as directed
- Follow instructions and directions provided by supervisor and seek clarification when necessary
- Carry out work in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner
- Interact with other staff and customers in a positive and professional manner
- Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards or timelines to supervisor
- Carry out livestock handling and husbandry activities in line with enterprise animal welfare policies
- Handle materials and equipment
- Clean up on completion of work