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livestock selection principles

Selection criteria of livestock and determination of livestock classes.  

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animal welfare legislation

The legal boundaries, codes of professional conduct, national and EU regulatory frameworks and legal procedures of working with animals and living organisms, ensuring their welfare and health.

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National and EU legislation relevant to occupation, regulatory body and codes of conduct. This may include animal welfare . , health and safety, risk assessment requirements and codes of conduct, especially in the areas of animal welfare, health and public health, food and environmental safety in relation with clients.

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biosecurity

Be aware of the general principles of the concept of bio-security and in particular, the disease prevention rules to be implemented in case of epidemics endangering public health.

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determine the sex of the animal

Use sex-determining genes and sex chromosomes to identify the gender of an animal. Use different methods based on the type of animal.

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apply animal hygiene practices

Plan and use appropriate hygiene measures to prevent transmission of diseases and ensure an effective overall hygiene. Maintain and follow hygiene procedures and regulations when working with animals, communicate site hygiene controls and protocols to others. Manage the safe disposal of waste according to destination and local regulations.

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handle poultry

Handle poultry in compliance with animal welfare. Catch the poultry for examination or movement. Ensure safety of animals during loading for transport.

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interact safely with animals

Ensure a safe and humane interaction with the animal avoiding factors that will negatively affect their behaviours. This includes the use of humane training aids/equipment, as well as explaining their use to owners/keepers, to ensure they are used appropriately and the welfare of the animal is protected.

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select livestock

Tag, sort and separate animals by purpose and destination taking into account the condition of the animal and relevant legislation

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livestock farming systems

The allocation of farming resources in relation to livestock farming and husbandry systems.

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Both organic and non-organic farming systems

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livestock feeding

Food given to domestic animals in the course of animal husbandry. 

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livestock reproduction

The natural and artificial reproduction techniques, gestation periods and birthing for livestock.

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livestock species

Livestock species and relevant genetics.

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quality criteria for livestock feed production

Quality assurance approaches, procedures and systems to allow for analysis of feeds and feed ingredients and determine their nutritional value. Evaluation of the functioning of a feed analysis laboratory and of its compliance to international standards.    

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animal nutrition

Aspects of how different animal species are fed and provided water. Different types of animal food, the quality criteria for animal food and methods to feed and give water to animals.

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animal species

The characteristics of different species and breeds of animals (relevant to the occupation).

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breed ducks

Prepare a suitable environment for duck breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate habitats for specific kinds of ducks. Monitor the duck's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Determinate when the ducks are ready for trade, consumption or other purposes.

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breed poultry

Prepare a suitable environment for poultry breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate habitats for specific kinds of poultry. Monitor the poultry's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Determinate when the poultry are ready for trade, consumption or other purposes.

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handle animals for semen collection

Handle the male breeding animal for the collection of semen for use in artificial insemination. Apply manual methods or make use of electrical stimulation.

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raise hens

Keep hens in order to produce table eggs for eating or fertile eggs for breeding.

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breed geese

Prepare a suitable environment for geese breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate habitats for specific kinds of geese. Monitor the geese's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Determinate when the geese are ready for trade, consumption or other purposes.

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breed ostriches

Prepare a suitable environment for ostrich breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate habitats for specific kinds of ostriches. Monitor the ostrich's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Identify when the ostriches are ready for consumptional, trade or other purposes.

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breed stock

Breed and raise livestock such as cattle, poultry, and honeybees. Use recognised breeding practices to strive for continuous improvement in the livestock.

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breed turkeys

Prepare a suitable environment for turkey breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate habitats for specific kinds of turkeys. Monitor the turkey's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Determinate when the turkeys are ready for trade, consumption or other purposes.

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control livestock disease

Control the spread of disease and parasites in herds, by using vaccination and medication, and by separating sick animals.

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feed livestock

Calculate feed rations for all stages of growth and prepare, distribute and control quality of fodder

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manage the health and welfare of livestock

Assess the current health status of your livestock. Manage any existing disease or disorder, including the requirements for isolation of livestock. Plan and manage a livestock health and welfare plan including clearly defined targets, consulting with specialists/advisers where appropriate. Work closely with the veterinary surgeon and other specialist consultants/advisers.

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monitor livestock

Monitor and record the production and the welfare of the livestock.

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