Moving, Handling, Catching and Restraining Small Animals

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
F/615/8805
Credits:
5
Guided learning hours:
45 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

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

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Give reasons why it is important to:

    • know about the temperament and usual behaviour patterns of the animal being moved, handled, captured or restrained
    • be aware of the different factors that can affect an animal’s behaviour during moving, handling, catching and restraint
    • monitor an animal’s response to being moved, handled, captured or restrained
    • minimise risks when moving, handling, catching and restraining animals
  • 1.2

    Outline their responsibilities for health and safety and animal welfare when moving handling, catching and restraining animals, under relevant legislation and codes of practice.

2

Know about safe and effective practice in moving, handling, catching and restraining small animals.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Outline the correct methods for moving different animals, and for settling them in a new place.

  • 2.2

    Outline safe and effective methods of handling different animals.

  • 2.3

    Outline safe and effective methods for catching and restraining different animals, including use of appropriate equipment.

  • 2.4

    Describe appropriate behaviours for those moving, handling, catching and restraining animals. 

3

Be able to assist with moving small animal(s) on site.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Approach the animal(s) calmly, confidently and in a way that is likely to minimise stress.

  • 3.2

    Monitor the animal’s behaviour and its response to being moved and report any problems to the appropriate person.

  • 3.3

    Work in a way that minimises risks to the health, safety and well-being of the animal(s), self and other animals and people on site.

  • 3.4

    Assist in settling the animal(s) in the new location. 

4

Be able to assist with handling a small animal.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Approach and handle the animal in a manner likely to promote its co-operation and minimise the possibility of distress.

  • 4.2

    Handle the animal in a manner that minimises risks to the health and safety of the animal and self and is consistent with relevant legislation and codes of practice.

  • 4.3

    Monitor the animal’s behaviour and its response to handling and report any problems to the appropriate person. 

5

Be able to assist with catching and restraining an animal.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Identify suitable equipment for catching and restraining the animal. 

  • 5.2

    Approach and handle the animal in a manner likely to promote its co-operation and minimise the possibility of distress.

  • 5.3

    Use appropriate equipment and techniques to assist in catching and restraining an animal.

  • 5.4

    Work in a way that minimises risks to the health and safety of the animal and self and is consistent with relevant legislation and codes of practice.