This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to catch, handle and load live poultry for transfer to new facilities or processing plant. The unit applies to poultry from a variety of species and breeds, as well as meat or layer birds.

This unit applies to workers in commercial poultry production who undertake routine tasks under supervision. They perform defined activities according to enterprise procedures. Work environments may include poultry farms and breeding facilities.

Commonwealth and/or state/territory health and safety, animal welfare, environmental protection and biosecurity legislation, regulations and codes of practice apply to keeping and working with poultry. Requirements vary between jurisdictions.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.