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
1	select the appropriate tools for cleaning the pet's enclosure, eg hutch, cage, tank	Summary sheet
2	clean out the pet's enclosure correctly, removing the animal if necessary	Summary sheet
3	dispose of any waste appropriately, eg soiled bedding	Summary sheet
4	replenish bedding as needed	Summary sheet
5	remove traces of uneaten food from the enclosure	Summary sheet
6	clean the food and water containers if used	Summary sheet
7	fill the water container appropriately and replace	Summary sheet
8	fill the food container with appropriate dry food and replace	Summary sheet
9	select suitable fresh food from a given range and place in the enclosure	Summary sheet
10	clean tools and tidy up the work area	Summary sheet
11	wash hands carefully	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
12	how to handle the animal correctly	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
13	at least four basic needs of all animals, eg food, water, space, enrichment	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
14	at least two health and safety issues while working with animals	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
15	at least three characteristics of a healthy animal	Summary sheet and/or student completed work
16	at 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