Unit Award Scheme

74960 MUCKING OUT AN ANIMAL PEN

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
experienced
1	taking part in a discussion of the main reasons for mucking out an animal pen, eg maintain a clean healthy animal and reduce the risk of infections	Summary sheet
demonstrated the ability to
2	select the appropriate tools from the store for mucking out	Summary sheet
3	move the animals into a temporary pen	Summary sheet
4	remove feed and water containers	Summary sheet
5	clear out soiled bedding	Summary sheet
6	dispose of soiled bedding onto a compost heap	Summary sheet
7	wash and brush out the pen if necessary	Summary sheet
8	renew the bedding using appropriate materials, eg straw or woodshavings	Summary sheet
9	replace food and water containers, replenishing them if necessary	Summary sheet
10	return the animals to the clean pen	Summary sheet
11	clean the tools and return them to the store.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 10 May 2006Level - Entry Level