game keeper

understand game species

Understan biology and ecology of relevant game specieis including game birds, deer, and fisheries.

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wild game meat food safety requirements

The food safety management procedures and national requirements for wild game meat.

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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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control the production of game meat for human consumption

Support the hygienic handling of dead game. Inspect game carcasses to make sure it is suitable for consumption. Ensure game meat is handled, stored and dispatched hygienically and according to legal requirements.

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maintain game equipment

Repair game equipment, buildings and game pens. Clean guns after use.

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manage game management plans

Develop, manage and monitor a game management plan to ensure that there is enough game such as deer, pheasant, partridge and grouse.

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manage habitats to benefit game

Develop and apply a habitat management plan

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protect game

Prevent unlicensed hunting by patrolling the area at night.

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rear game

Rear and care for juvenile game in accordance with a game production plan.

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remove predators

Control predators such as foxes, crows and rats by shooting and trapping.

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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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organise game shoots

Plan shoots of game, such as grouse, pheasant or partridge. Prepare the invitations. Brief the participants before the shoot begins. Provide advice on gun safety and etiquette.

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clear woodland

Clear woodland and burn heather.

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coordinate the sale of game

Keep records of what animals are killed or caught. Arrange the sale of game.

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manage rivers and streams

Protect and manage rivers and streams as habitats for trout and salmon.

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hire beaters

Hire and supervise beaters to startle game during shoots and related activities.

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train gun dogs

Train a dog used for hunting game to various tasks and behaviours, such as remain under control, mark downed game, perform a blind retrieve and delivery.

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manage chemical testing procedures

Manage the procedures to be used in chemical testing by designing them and conducting tests accordingly.

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