Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

ACMAIM303 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Move large animals to new locations

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency ACMAIM303 - Move large animals to new locations
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to catch, restrain and move large animal/s from one location to another in planned and unplanned activities relating to an animal incident, natural disaster or other emergency. It covers moving animals safely using species-appropriate techniques and establishing the animals in secure, suitable holding areas. The unit applies to individuals who work or volunteer in environments where they interact with large animals. They have a role in assisting with activities and incidents involving large animals related to their workplace or event site.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety and animal welfare regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
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Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare to move large animals
  • Assess the risks involved in moving large animal/s from one location to another
  • Select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE) suitable for the situation
  • Confirm instructions with team leader or incident controller
  • Maintain safety requirements relating to hygiene and biosecurity according to organisational requirements
  • Prepare equipment required for the task and check for serviceability
  • Check that the new location and/or transport meets the safety, security and suitability requirements for the large animal/s species being moved
       
Element: Identify animals to be moved and assess condition
  • Identify selected animal/s to be moved and record identification information using organisational formats
  • Identify injured or sick animals and potential need to isolate or group some animals
  • Identify animals requiring veterinary attention, and report to relevant personnel
  • Make alternative arrangements for animals unfit to be moved or that are deceased
       
Element: Gather and control large animals
  • Approach large animal/s safely and in a manner that minimises stress and stimulation
  • Apply species-specific knowledge of physical features, behaviour, flight zones and point of balance to safely move animals
  • Catch or contain loose animals using safe handling and controlling methods
  • Control herds or groups of animals, and manoeuvre to a suitable area ready for moving
  • Modify methods of handling in response to the animal/s actions and to ensure safety to self, others and other animals
       
Element: Move large animals to new location
  • Transfer the animal/s to the new location using planned route and/or transportation
  • Address or report safety issues relating to bystanders or spectators during the move
  • Monitor large animal welfare during movement with adequate provision of rest, water and feeding points
  • Maintain effective communication throughout activities to minimise the risk to others in the vicinity
       
Element: Complete relocation of large animals
  • Establish the animal/s in the new location and record identification information
  • Assist with processes for reuniting animals with owners, and unclaimed animals
  • Administer health and welfare care to animal/s according to instructions
  • Complete records and reports according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
  • Participate in debrief at conclusion of relocation activity
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Assess the risks involved in moving large animal/s from one location to another 
Select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE) suitable for the situation 
Confirm instructions with team leader or incident controller 
Maintain safety requirements relating to hygiene and biosecurity according to organisational requirements 
Prepare equipment required for the task and check for serviceability 
Check that the new location and/or transport meets the safety, security and suitability requirements for the large animal/s species being moved 
Identify selected animal/s to be moved and record identification information using organisational formats 
Identify injured or sick animals and potential need to isolate or group some animals 
Identify animals requiring veterinary attention, and report to relevant personnel 
Make alternative arrangements for animals unfit to be moved or that are deceased 
Approach large animal/s safely and in a manner that minimises stress and stimulation 
Apply species-specific knowledge of physical features, behaviour, flight zones and point of balance to safely move animals 
Catch or contain loose animals using safe handling and controlling methods 
Control herds or groups of animals, and manoeuvre to a suitable area ready for moving 
Modify methods of handling in response to the animal/s actions and to ensure safety to self, others and other animals 
Transfer the animal/s to the new location using planned route and/or transportation 
Address or report safety issues relating to bystanders or spectators during the move 
Monitor large animal welfare during movement with adequate provision of rest, water and feeding points 
Maintain effective communication throughout activities to minimise the risk to others in the vicinity 
Establish the animal/s in the new location and record identification information 
Assist with processes for reuniting animals with owners, and unclaimed animals 
Administer health and welfare care to animal/s according to instructions 
Complete records and reports according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements 
Participate in debrief at conclusion of relocation activity 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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