Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify anatomical and physiological properties specific to ratites
- Perform ante-mortem inspection
- Procedures and principles for humane handling of ratites are identified in accordance with hygiene and sanitation, Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) and workplace requirements.
- Ratites are handled humanely according to animal welfare regulations.
- Signs of common conditions are identified during ante-mortem inspection and are dealt with accordingly.
- Ante-mortem inspection is performed in accordance with OH&S and regulatory requirements.
- QA issues relating to handling of animals during ante-mortem inspection are identified.
- Procedures for emergency and suspect slaughter are identified.
- Reporting and recording requirements are completed.
- Assess suitability for slaughter
- Perform post-mortem inspection
- Post-mortem inspection is performed in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Abnormalities in ratites are identified and detected.
- Disposition is made according to Australian Standards and work instructions.
- Exotic and notifiable diseases are identified.
- Reporting and recording requirements are completed.