Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to sex birds
- Work to be undertaken is interpreted from a work program where necessary, and confirmed with management.
- Discussions are held with other workers who may be affected by the activities to ensure continued smooth operation of the production process.
- Tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken are selected, checked, and maintained if necessary.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards are identified, risk assessed and suitable controls implemented.
- Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
- Identify and sex chickens birds
- Criteria for identification are sought and clarified from the production program and supervisor or management instructions.
- Procedures to control and sort chickens are conducted with due care.
- Identification method is carried out according to the given criteria and the marking requirements of the organization.
- Birds are handled with care strictly according to the code of welfare.
- Birds are sexed, held for beak trimming if appropriate, separated and placed according to organisational work procedures and instructions.
- Existing and potential hazards in the workplace are recognised, risk assessed and controlled in line with OHS requirements.
- Complete hygiene and administration activities
- All debris and waste material is removed from the site and disposed of in an environmentally aware and safe manner according to organisation work procedures.
- Tools and equipment are cleaned, maintained and stored according to organisation work procedures.
- A clean and safe area is maintained throughout and on completion of work.
- Work outcomes are recorded or reported to the supervisor according to organisation work procedures.
- Unit records are completed as required and reported to the hatchery manager.