This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake livestock work under direct supervision and to support the work of others.

The unit applies to individuals who support livestock work while working alongside a supervisor, exercising limited autonomy within established and well-known parameters. They identify and seek help with simple problems.

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

In addition to legal responsibilities, all units of competency dealing with animals in the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package have the requirements for animals to be handled humanely to minimise stress and discomfort.

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