Unit Award Scheme

108598 ANIMAL CARE: ROUTINE CARE OF A PET

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

demonstrated the ability to

1select the appropriate tools for cleaning the pet's enclosure, eg hutch, cage, tankSummary sheet
2clean out the pet's enclosure correctly, removing the animal if necessarySummary sheet
3dispose of any waste appropriately, eg soiled beddingSummary sheet
4replenish bedding as neededSummary sheet
5remove traces of uneaten food from the enclosureSummary sheet
6clean the food and water containers if usedSummary sheet
7fill the water container appropriately and replaceSummary sheet
8fill the food container with appropriate dry food and replaceSummary sheet
9select suitable fresh food from a given range and place in the enclosureSummary sheet
10clean tools and tidy up the work areaSummary sheet
11wash hands carefullySummary sheet

shown knowledge of

12how to handle the animal correctlySummary sheet and/or student completed work
13at least four basic needs of all animals, eg food, water, space, enrichmentSummary sheet and/or student completed work
14at least two health and safety issues while working with animalsSummary sheet and/or student completed work
15at least three characteristics of a healthy animalSummary sheet and/or student completed work
16at least two things to do if an animal looks unwell.Summary sheet and/or student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 20 September 2017Level - Entry Level