Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and successfully release native wildlife into their natural environment.
This unit applies to wildlife animal keepers or carers who work in a captive animal facility, under the direction of a more experienced staff member.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Investigate options for release of native animals | 1.1 Research habitat of native animals for release, and identify and evaluate suitable release locations 1.2 Identify risks to released native animals and evaluate options to minimise risks 1.3 Develop release strategy and select and prepare site 1.4 Monitor release site in consultation with experienced personnel |
2. Prepare for animal release | 2.1 Assess animal’s readiness to be released 2.2 Evaluate and implement monitoring devices or tactics 2.3 Complete documentation |
3. Release and monitor native animals | 3.1 Determine release day according to animal needs 3.2 Transport animals safely and humanely and to the release site 3.3 Use release strategies according to animal’s requirements 3.4 Monitor released animals where possible to confirm a successful return to their natural environment 3.5 Update records |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria
Skill | Description |
Numeracy | Estimate, calculate and record routine measurements |
Get the work done | Prioritise daily tasks and use available resources |
Sectors
Captive Animals (CAN)