Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
L/505/0757
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
27 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know about health and safety rules when working with animals.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    List general hazards that may be encountered in the working environment.
  • 1.2
    List specific hazards which may occur when working around animals.
  • 1.3
    List specific hazards which may occur when handling animals.
  • 1.4
    Use personal protective equipment effectively.
  • 1.5
    Use appropriate tools and equipment safely.
  • 1.6
    Follow safety rules when working in an animal environment.

2

Know about behaviours in both animals and humans.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Describe the origins and natural habitat of domesticated animals.
  • 2.2
    Explain why these animals were domesticated.
  • 2.3
    List the five freedoms expected for good animal welfare.
  • 2.4
    Apply the five freedoms when working with animals.

3

Know about behaviours in both animals and humans.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Give examples of behaviours used to express feelings by:
    a) humans
    b) animals.
  • 3.2
    Give examples of how human behaviour can impact on animals, both positively and negatively.
  • 3.3
    Give examples of how human thoughts and feelings are affected by animals.

4

Know how to look after a range of animals and themselves with reference to feelings and physical needs.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Assist with caring for animals.
  • 4.2
    Give examples of normal and abnormal behaviour in the animals being cared for.
  • 4.3
    Outline care routines that encourage normal behaviour in the animals being cared for.
  • 4.4
    Change own behaviour in order to have a more positive impact on:
    a) animals
    b) people.