Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver ACMAIM303, 'Move large animals to new locations'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Move large animals to new locations' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare to move large animals | 1.1 Assess the risks involved in moving large animal/s from one location to another 1.2 Select and fit personal protective equipment (PPE) suitable for the situation 1.3 Confirm instructions with team leader or incident controller 1.4 Maintain safety requirements relating to hygiene and biosecurity according to organisational requirements 1.5 Prepare equipment required for the task and check for serviceability 1.6 Check that the new location and/or transport meets the safety, security and suitability requirements for the large animal/s species being moved |
2. Identify animals to be moved and assess condition | 2.1 Identify selected animal/s to be moved and record identification information using organisational formats 2.2 Identify injured or sick animals and potential need to isolate or group some animals 2.3 Identify animals requiring veterinary attention, and report to relevant personnel 2.4 Make alternative arrangements for animals unfit to be moved or that are deceased |
3. Gather and control large animals | 3.1 Approach large animal/s safely and in a manner that minimises stress and stimulation 3.2 Apply species-specific knowledge of physical features, behaviour, flight zones and point of balance to safely move animals 3.3 Catch or contain loose animals using safe handling and controlling methods 3.4 Control herds or groups of animals, and manoeuvre to a suitable area ready for moving 3.5 Modify methods of handling in response to the animal/s actions and to ensure safety to self, others and other animals |
4. Move large animals to new location | 4.1 Transfer the animal/s to the new location using planned route and/or transportation 4.2 Address or report safety issues relating to bystanders or spectators during the move 4.3 Monitor large animal welfare during movement with adequate provision of rest, water and feeding points 4.4 Maintain effective communication throughout activities to minimise the risk to others in the vicinity |
5. Complete relocation of large animals | 5.1 Establish the animal/s in the new location and record identification information 5.2 Assist with processes for reuniting animals with owners, and unclaimed animals 5.3 Administer health and welfare care to animal/s according to instructions 5.4 Complete records and reports according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements 5.5 Participate in debrief at conclusion of relocation activity |