This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate and monitor the milking operations of a dairy facility. It requires the ability to determine requirements and procedures for milking operations, implement livestock health program and monitor operations.

This unit applies to individuals who work as farm hands on a dairy facility and are responsible for coordinating, implementing and monitoring milking operations on a daily basis. They may work independently or lead a team.

All work is carried out to comply with workplace policies and procedures, according to state/territory work health and safety, food safety, animal welfare, environmental and biosecurity legislation, regulations and standards that apply to the workplace.

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