Receiving, Storing and Preparing Animal Feed

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
T/615/8820
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
36 hours

Assessment Guidance

Learners should be working with and closely supervised by a suitably qualified and experienced adult when addressing Learning Outcomes 4 and 5. They should not be expected to take full responsibility for receiving, storing and preparing animal feed.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about receiving animal feed.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Outline the key elements of the food stock ordering process. 

  • 1.2

    Give reasons for checking and recording the quantity and quality of feed received.

  • 1.3

    Outline actions to take if any shortfall is identified in quantity or quality of feed received.

2

Know about storing animal feed.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Outline correct storage procedures for different types of feed and reasons why it is important to follow these.

  • 2.2

    Give reasons why stock rotation is used in relation to animal feed.

  • 2.3

    Outline signs of possible pest infestation and actions to take if these are found.

  • 2.4

    Outline correct procedures for disposing of unusable food.

3

Know about preparing feed for animals.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Outline the processes and procedures in preparing different types of animal feed including fresh, frozen, dried and tinned feed.

  • 3.2

    Describe safe use of different equipment and utensils for preparing animal feed.

  • 3.3

    State how and where to dispose of food waste safely.

  • 3.4

    Outline why it is important to follow correct procedures and hygiene and health and safety rules when preparing animal feed.

4.

Be able to assist with receiving and storing animal feed. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Check animal feed delivered to ensure quantities are correct and quality is acceptable and report any discrepancies to the appropriate person.

  • 4.2

    Follow correct procedures to move, store and handle different types of animal feed:

    • safely
    • protecting it from damage and contamination
    • minimising wastage.
  • 4.3

    Check stored animal feed regularly, reporting low stock levels or signs of infestation to the appropriate person straight away.

5

Be able to assist with preparing feed for animals. 

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1

    Identify the type and quantity of animal feed required for specific animals from feeding plans.

  • 5.2

    Obtain and prepare the correct equipment and materials needed to prepare and serve animal feed.

  • 5.3

    Prepare the required amount of different types of animal feed according to instructions and in a way that minimises wastage.

  • 5.4

    Dispose of any stale and unusable animal feed in a safe place and put equipment and utensils away safely.

  • 5.5

    Before, during and after preparing feed, work in a safe, healthy and hygienic way, ensuring cleanliness of self, surfaces, utensils and equipment.