Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
A/615/8303
Credits:
5
Guided learning hours:
50 hours

Assessment Guidance

Learners should be working with and closely supervised by a suitably qualified and experienced adult when addressing Learning Outcomes 3 and 4. They should be following instructions at all times and responsible for completing only aspects of moving, handling, catching and restraining small animals.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Know about safely moving, handling, catching and restraining small animals.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    State why it is important to behave calmly and confidently when moving, handling, catching and restraining small animals.

  • 1.2

    State why it is important to follow safety rules when moving, handling, catching and restraining small animals.

  • 1.3

    Identify the correct method for safely moving a specific small animal, and for settling it in a new place.

  • 1.4

    Identify the correct method for safely handling a specific small animal.

  • 1.5

    Identify the correct method and equipment for safely catching and restraining a specific small animal.


2.

Be able to assist with moving a small animal on site.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Behave calmly and confidently when interacting with the small animal.

  • 2.2

    Follow instructions to assist in moving the small animal and settling it in the new location.

  • 2.3

    Follow safety rules when assisting in moving a small animal.


3.

Be able to assist with handling an animal.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Behave calmly and confidently when interacting with the small animal.

  • 3.2

    Follow instructions to assist in handling a small animal.

  • 3.3

    Follow safety rules when assisting in handling a small animal.


4.

Be able to assist with catching and restraining a small animal.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Behave calmly and confidently when interacting with the small animal.

  • 4.2

    Use given equipment and follow instructions to assist in catching and restraining a small animal.

  • 4.3

    Follow safety rules when assisting in catching and restraining a small animal.