Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify and procure appropriate materials to use for making stimulus aids
- Prepare stimulus aids
- Wear appropriate hand protection at all times when preparing stimulus aids.
- Use methods of preparing stimulus aids that prevent cross-contamination of odours.
- Vary amounts of target odour according to the experience level of the dog and the situation or purpose of the training exercise.
- Identify factors that may affect the preparation and use of stimulus aids.
- Pack up stimulus aids
- Break down all reusable materials used in the construction of stimulus aids.
- Use odour-free detergents with hot or cold water to clean all materials and surfaces used for the preparation of stimulus aids.
- Store materials for re-use away from sources of cross-contamination.
- Ensure stimulus aid storage and production areas are clean and free from cross contamination risks.
- Complete records
- Identify and procure appropriate materials to use for making stimulus aids
- Prepare stimulus aids
- Wear appropriate hand protection at all times when preparing stimulus aids.
- Use methods of preparing stimulus aids that prevent cross-contamination of odours.
- Vary amounts of target odour according to the experience level of the dog and the situation or purpose of the training exercise.
- Identify factors that may affect the preparation and use of stimulus aids.
- Pack up stimulus aids
- Break down all reusable materials used in the construction of stimulus aids.
- Use odour-free detergents with hot or cold water to clean all materials and surfaces used for the preparation of stimulus aids.
- Store materials for re-use away from sources of cross-contamination.
- Ensure stimulus aid storage and production areas are clean and free from cross contamination risks.
- Complete records