This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to determine the housing and maintenance needs of specific species and breeds of birds.

This unit applies to individuals working in animal industry sectors that include aviaries and bird rooms as part of their operations or facility. They analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of skilled activities and demonstrate in-depth knowledge in a specific technical area. They develop and communicate solutions for a range of commonly encountered problems.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to Commonwealth and state/territory health and safety and animal welfare regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.

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