Animal handling and safe control
Challenge reference: 9906
Active
Notional learning hours
20
Level
Level 2
Subject area
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Skills
Learning aim
The learner will be able to demonstrate safe, responsible, and welfare-focused handling of animals.
Learning context
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Learning outcomes
(What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do)
The learner will:
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1
. Be able to handle animals safely and responsibly. -
2
. Be able to recognise and respond to animal behaviour.
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Assessment criteria
(What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome)
The learner can:
- Select and use safe equipment for handling an animal
- Demonstrate correct handling or leading of an animal
- Explain how to minimise risks to self, others, and the animal when handling
- Identify at least two signs of stress, fear, or relaxation in animals
- Describe how handling techniques can be adapted for different species or situations
- Demonstrate an appropriate response to animal behaviour while handling
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Assessment methodology
Assessment methodology
Linked to learning outcome
Observation checklist
1
Record of oral questioning
2
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