QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED INDUSTRY. Qualifications Pack Stud Farm worker

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1 QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED INDUSTRY What are Occupational Standards(OS)? OS describe what individuals need to do, know and understand in order to carry out a particular job role or function OS are performance standards that individuals must achieve when carrying out functions in the workplace, together with specifications of the underpinning knowledge and understanding Cont act Us: Agriculture Skill Council of India (ASCI) 6th floor, GNG building, Plot no-10, Sector-44, Gurugram, Haryana Qualifications Pack Stud Farm worker SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED SUB-SECTOR: Animal Husbandry OCCUPATION: Equine Management REFERENCE ID: AGR/Q4701 ALIGNED TO: NCO-2015/NIL Contents Introduction 1. Introduction and Contacts... [1] 2. Qualifications Pack....[2] 3. Glossary of Key Terms [3] 4. OS Units.....[5] 5. Annexure: Nomenclature for QP & OS [30] 6. Assessment Criteria..[32] Brief Job Description: A Stud Farm Worker is responsible for day-to-day care and ensuring health, welfare and safety of the horses in the farm. He/She is responsible for feeding, watering, ensuring general well-being of horses and checking that the stable/housing of the horses is clean, safe and the farm is in a proper condition. Personal Attributes: A Stud Farm Worker must have the ability to plan and organize. The individual must possess basic reading and writing skills. In addition, the individual must possess personal and professional hygiene. Page 1

2 Job Details Qualifications Pack For Stud Farm Worker Qualifications Pack Code AGR/Q4701 Job Role Stud Farm Worker Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 01/08/2017 Sub-sector Animal Husbandry Last reviewed on 20/12/2017 Occupation Equine Management Next review date 20/12/2021 NSQC clearance on N/A Role Description Job Role NSQF level Minimum Educational Qualifications Maximum Educational Qualifications Stud Farm Worker A Stud Farm Worker is responsible for feeding, watering, ensuring general well-being of horses and checking that the stable/housing of the horses is clean, safe and the farm is in a proper condition. 3 Class 10, preferably Not applicable Prerequisite License or Training (Suggested but not mandatory) Handling and restraining of horses Minimum Job Entry Age Experience Applicable National Occupational Standards (NOS) 18 years 0-1 years experience in stud farming or a related field Compulsory: 1. AGR/N4701 Undertake construction of fences and housing facilities for horses 2. AGR/N4702 Feed horses and provide foaling assistance 3. AGR/N4703 Coordinate transportation of horses 4. AGR/N4704 Assist in other stud farm duties 5. AGR/N4705 Maintain safety and hygiene in stud farm Performance Criteria As described in the relevant OS units Page 2

3 Definitions Qualifications Pack For Stud Farm Worker Keywords /Terms Sector Sub-sector Occupation Function Sub-function Job role Occupational Standards (OS) Performance Criteria National Occupational Standards (OS) Qualifications Pack (QP) Unit Code Unit Title Description Scope Knowledge and Understanding Organisational Context Technical Knowledge Core Skills/ Generic Skills Description Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar business and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests. Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components. Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/ related set of functions in an industry. Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or an area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of OS. Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfil the achieving the objectives of the function. Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organisation. OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and understanding they need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global contexts. Performance criteria are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task. NOS are occupational standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context. QP comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A QP is assigned a unique qualifications pack code. Unit code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is denoted by an N Unit title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do. Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS they are looking for. Scope is a set of statements specifying the range of variables that an individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have a critical impact on quality of performance required. Knowledge and understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organisational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard. Organisational context includes the way the organisation is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility. Technical knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities. Core skills or generic skills are a group of skills that are the key to learning and working in today s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment in today s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles. Page 3

4 Acronyms Qualifications Pack For Stud Farm Worker Keywords /Terms NOS NSQF OS PC QP SSC OHS SOP Description National Occupational Standard National Skill QualificationFramework Occupational Standard Performance Criteria Qualification Pack Sector Skill Council Occupational Health and Safety Standard Operating Procedure Page 4

5 AGR/N4701 Undertake construction of fences and housing facilities for horses Construct fencing and Carry out Equipment maintenance fencing and Carry out Equipment National Occupational Standard Overview This OS unit is about undertaking construction of safe and secure fences, houses for the horses. Page 5

6 National Occupational Standard AGR/N4701 Undertake construction of fences and housing facilities for horses Construct fencing and Carry out Equipment maintenance fencing and Carry out Equipment Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N4701 Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Determine fencing requirements Carry out construction related activities Undertake construction of fences and housing facilities for horses This OS unit is about undertaking construction of safe and secure fences, houses for the horses. This unit/task covers the following: Determine fencing requirements Carry out construction related activities Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC1. plan the work as per fencing requirements defined by organization/stud farm objectives PC2. calculate equipment, material and labour required for construction of fences PC3. ensure costs are within the budgetary constraints To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC4. check and verify proposed fencing against property maps and work plan PC5. arrange tools and fencing equipment (including safety equipment) and transport them safely to the work site PC6. arrange and confirm labour requirements according to stud farm requirements PC7. ensure construction of fences according to work plan and fence design layout PC8. ensure attachment of gates, their positioning, correct operation and functioning according to work plan PC9. procure materials for construction of horse stalls and stable as directed PC10. implement construction of stable as per stable design layout PC11. arrange for construction of individual stalls depending on the size and weight of the horses, as per stall design layout PC12. ensure proper flooring of the stalls PC13. ensure proper spacing between stalls PC14. arrange for light fixtures within the stalls to avoid dark or shadowed areas PC15. ensure windows of the horse stall are covered with grills/mesh wires PC16. check for placement of feeding and watering equipments such as buckets within the horse stalls PC17. check whether work site is cleared and all waste is disposed off in an environmentally responsible manner PC18. transport the tools and fencing equipments safely from the work site and store according to stud farm requirements PC19. repair and replace tools and equipment faults or malfunctions Page 6

7 AGR/N4701 Undertake construction of fences and housing facilities for horses Construct fencing and Carry out Equipment maintenance fencing and Carry out Equipment PC20. record and maintain relevant information as per standard procedures Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. job responsibilities/duties and standard operating procedures related to stud farming KA2. procedures and guidelines followed for construction of fences/stalls KA3. stud farm fencing and housing requirements B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. range of fencing designs, construction methods and materials KB2. types of equipments used for construction of fences/stalls KB3. housing for horses KB4. precautions to be undertaken for protection of horses from extreme weather Writing Skills The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. note the information communicated by the supervisor SA2. note down observations (if any) related to the fencing process Reading Skills SA3. read and interpret the fencing construction process SA4. read equipment manuals and process documents to understand the construction procedures Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA5. discuss task lists, schedules and activities with the supervisor SA6. communicate effectively with team members SA7. question the supervisor in order to understand the nature of the problem and to clarify queries B. Professional Skills Decision Making SB1. analyse critical points in day to day tasks through experience and observation and identify control measures to solve the issues SB2. handle issues in case the supervisor is not available Plan and Organize Page 7

8 AGR/N4701 Undertake construction of fences and housing facilities for horses Construct fencing and Carry out Equipment maintenance fencing and Carry out Equipment SB3. plan and prioritize work based on instructions received from the supervisor SB4. plan to utilise time and equipments effectively SB5. support the supervisor in scheduling tasks for helper(s) CustomerCentricity SB6. understand customer needs and respond accordingly Problem Solving SB7. support supervisor in solving problems by studying the details SB8. discuss the possible solutions with the supervisor for problem solving Analytical Thinking SB9. analyse and apply domain information/knowledge about fencing, housing construction processes to carry out work effectively Critical Thinking SB10. use common sense and make judgments on day to day basis SB11. use reasoning skills to identify and resolve basic problems Page 8

9 AGR/N4701 Undertake construction of fences and housing facilities for horses Construct fencing and Carry out Equipment maintenance fencing and Carry out Equipment NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N4701 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Industry Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 01/08/2017 Industry Sub-sector Animal Husbandry Last reviewed on 20/12/2017 Occupation Equine Management Next review date 20/12/2021 Back to Top Page 9

10 AGR/N4702 Feed horses and provide foaling assistance National Occupational Standard Overview This OS unit is about feeding horses and providing foaling assistance. Page 10

11 National Occupational Standard AGR/N4702 Feed horses and provide foaling assistance Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N4702 Feed horses and provide foaling assistance This OS unit is about feeding horses and providing foaling assistance. This unit/task covers the following: Carry out feeding and watering activities Prepare the stable for foaling Provide special care to the mare and foal before, during and after foaling Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Carry out feeding and watering activities Prepare the stable for foaling Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC1. ensure that fresh fodder and premixes are not allowed to stand for long periods PC2. ensure that there is enough feeder space for the horses in the stable PC3. ensure types of feed such as forages (hay and grass), concentrated ( food grains) and supplements (vitamins or minerals) are available to feed the horses PC4. measure horse feed quantities carefully and adhere to feeding schedules PC5. feed a fibre-based diet to horses and supplement it with hard feed only when it is necessary PC6. offer water before feeding PC7. carry out feeding activity at the same time every day PC8. plan to make any changes to the horse s diet or routine gradually, as and when required PC9. feed according to size, age, type, gender, amount of work being done by the horse and climate PC10. ensure there is at least an hour between feeding and riding activity PC11. ensure that there is extra drinking space during hot weather PC12. clean the water container daily and keep it in a shaded area To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC13. ensure that the foaling stall is atleast 14' by 16' or larger to minimize the risk of the mare lying too close to the wall during her labour PC14. ensure that stall or shed is thoroughly cleaned before foaling PC15. take out old bedding and scrub down the stall (floor, walls, etc) with disinfectant PC16. remove all obstacles from the stall, from feed tubs to buckets that may get in the way of the mare during her labour Page 11

12 AGR/N4702 Feed horses and provide foaling assistance Provide special care to the mare and foal before, during and after foaling Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) PC17. use a levelled grassy pasture, especially if the mare is foaling during the time of year where the pasture is muddy or full of snow PC18. ensure that the pasture is free of brush, rocks, old nails, machinery, ditches or puddles of water To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC19. ensure that the mares are given pre-foaling vaccines 4 6 weeks prior to foaling PC20. ensure mares receive specific care and nutrition to keep their foals healthy PC21. check the mare for several days after foaling for any sign of reproductive tract infection PC22. ensure the mare expels the afterbirth PC23. check that the foal is breathing properly after birth PC24. check that the foal's eyelids and lashes are turned outward PC25. ensure foal had colostrum for initial 72 hours of life PC26. check mucous membrane for any abnormality (yellowish,/icteric) PC27. provide hay, grass and grain when the foal is about 4 weeks old PC28. provide extra diet within weeks of the birth PC29. ensure that the foal is vaccined regularly The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. job responsibilities/duties and standard operating procedures related to stud farming KA2. procedures and guidelines followed for feeding horses and providing foaling assistance KA3. defined feeding times and guidelines B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. how to assess the feed requirements of horses from their weight, feed efficiency KB2. common horse behaviour KB3. sources and importance of energy, protein, fibre, minerals and vitamins in food rations to meet horse s nutritional requirements KB4. feed additives and supplements and their composition to enable potential effects to be monitored KB5. common feed and fodder available for equines Writing Skills The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. note down observations (if any) related to feeding horses and foaling process SA2. note down the information related to each horse Page 12

13 AGR/N4702 B. Professional Skills Feed horses and provide foaling assistance SA3. note the information communicated by the supervisor Reading Skills SA4. read and interpret the feeding and foaling process of horses Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA5. discuss task lists, schedules and activities with the supervisor SA6. effectively communicate with team members SA7. question the supervisor in order to understand the nature of the problem and to clarify queries Decision Making SB1. analyse critical points in day to day tasks through experience and observation and identify control measures to solve the issues SB2. handle issues in case the supervisor is not available Plan and Organize SB3. plan and prioritize work based on instructions received from the supervisor SB4. plan to utilise time and equipments effectively SB5. support the supervisor in scheduling tasks for helper(s) CustomerCentricity SB6. understand customer needs and respond accordingly Problem Solving SB7. support supervisor in solving problems by studying them in detail SB8. discuss the possible solutions with the supervisor Analytical Thinking SB9. analyse and apply domain information/knowledge about feeding and foaling processes to carry out work effectively Critical Thinking SB10. use common sense and make judgments on day to day basis SB11. use reasoning skills to identify and resolve basic problems Page 13

14 AGR/N4702 Feed horses and provide foaling assistance NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N4702 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Industry Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 01/08/2017 Industry Sub-sector Animal husbandry Last reviewed on 20/12/2017 Occupation Equine Management Next review date 20/12/2021 Back to Top Page 14

15 AGR/N4703 Coordinate transportation of horses National Occupational Standard Overview This OS unit is about coordinating for safe transportation of horses from one place to another. Page 15

16 National Occupational Standard AGR/N4703 Coordinate transportation of horses Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N4703 Coordinate transportation of horses This OS unit is about coordinating for safe transportation of horses from one place to another This unit/task covers the following: Prepare for transportation of horses Load horses into transportation vehicles Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Prepare for transportation of horses Load horses into transportation vehicles Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC1. determine transportation requirements for the horses PC2. identify equipment, resources and vehicles required PC3. assemble horses at loading facility and prepare horses for transportation To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC4. observe and follow workplace safety policies and procedures PC5. check whether documentation is signed by relevant person and required animal identification is in place PC6. load the prepared horses safely into transportation vehicles according to animal welfare, OHS and stud farm requirements PC7. separate the nursing foal from the mare during transportation PC8. ensure special handling for blind horses by transporting them individually or with familiar pen mates PC9. check that ramps and chutes are of solid construction, free from sharp projections and of recommended slope PC10. evaluate the condition and attachment of shoes, compatibility with the trailer floor and the potential risk of injury to other animals when loading Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. job responsibilities/duties and standard operating procedures for stud farming KA2. procedures and guidelines followed for transportation KA3. types of vehicles used by the stud farm for transportation B. Technical The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: Page 16

17 AGR/N4703 Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Coordinate transportation of horses KB1. industry and legislative requirements for the transportation of horses KB2. animal welfare and OHS legislative requirements KB3. environmental codes of practice with regard to vehicle operation and horse transportation KB4. stud farm policies with regard to the use of vehicles and equipment KB5. relevant documentation requirements and procedures Writing Skills The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. note the information communicated by the supervisor SA2. note down observations (if any) related to the transportation process Reading Skills SA3. read and understand the requirements for coordinating transportation for horses Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA4. discuss task lists, schedules and activities with the supervisor SA5. communicate effectively with team members SA6. question the supervisor in order to understand the nature of the problem and to clarify queries B. Professional Skills Decision Making SB1. analyse critical points in day to day tasks through experience and observation and identify control measures to solve the issue SB2. handle issues in case the supervisor is not available Plan and Organize SB3. plan and prioritize work based on instructions received from the supervisor SB4. plan to utilise time and equipments effectively SB5. support the supervisor in scheduling tasks for helper(s) CustomerCentricity SB6. understand customer needs and respond accordingly Problem Solving SB7. support supervisor in solving problems by studying them in detail SB8. discuss the possible solutions with the supervisor Analytical Thinking Page 17

18 AGR/N4703 Coordinate transportation of horses SB9. analyse and apply domain information/knowledge about loading, unloading and transportation of horses to carry out work effectively Critical Thinking SB10. use common sense and make judgments on day to day basis SB11. use reasoning skills to identify and resolve basic problems Page 18

19 AGR/N4703 Coordinate transportation of horses NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N4703 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Industry Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 01/08/2017 Industry Sub-sector Animal husbandry Last reviewed on 20/12/2017 Occupation Equine Management Next review date 20/12/2021 Back to Top Page 19

20 AGR/N4704 Assist in other stud farm duties National Occupational Standard Overview This OS unit is about carrying out other stud farm duties such as preparing horses for other operations and maintaining stud farm records. Page 20

21 National Occupational Standard AGR/N4704 Assist in other stud farm duties Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N4704 Assist in other stud farm duties This OS unit is about carrying out other stud farm duties such as preparing horses for other operations and maintaining stud farm records This unit/task covers the following: Prepare to use horses for other operations Maintain stud farm records Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Prepare to use horses for other operations Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC1. identify the type of operations to be carried out such as: preparing horses for sales and exhibitions training and educating horses assessing suitability of horses for stock work PC2. select the horses suitable for the operations PC3. check horse's health to determine whether they are physically capable PC4. select, check and maintain equipments if necessary Maintain stud farm records Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC5. identify mares or horses arriving at stud farm in line with established protocols PC6. maintain accurate breeding and operational records either manually or electronically PC7. enter the financial transactions of both receipts and expenditure in the designated stud farm or property records The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. job responsibilities/duties and standard operating procedures related to stud farming KA2. procedures and guidelines followed for carrying out stud farm management duties B. Technical Knowledge The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. how to assess horse s work capabilities KA2. horse s movement and behaviour KA3. signs of uneasiness and any disease, work stress or other disorders in horses KA4. the nature of stud farm business in which the individual works Page 21

22 AGR/N4704 Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills Assist in other stud farm duties Writing Skills The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. note the information communicated by the supervisor SA2. note down observations (if any) related to the stud farm operations Reading Skills SA3. read and interpret the steps required for stud farm operations Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA4. discuss task lists, schedules and activities with the supervisor SA5. communicate effectively with team members SA6. question the supervisor in order to understand the nature of the problem and to clarify queries B. Professional Skills Decision Making SB1. analyse critical points in day to day tasks through experience and observation and identify control measures to solve the issue SB2. handle issues in case the supervisor is not available Plan and Organize SB3. plan and prioritize work based on instructions received from the supervisor SB4. plan to utilise time and equipments effectively SB5. support the supervisor in scheduling tasks for helper(s) CustomerCentricity SB6. understand customer needs and respond accordingly Problem Solving SB7. support supervisor in solving problems by studying them in detail SB8. discuss the possible solutions with the supervisor Analytical Thinking SB9. analyse and apply domain information/knowledge about stud farm management processes and procedures to carry out work effectively Critical Thinking SB10. use common sense and make judgments on day to day basis SB11. use reasoning skills to identify and resolve basic problems Page 22

23 AGR/N4704 Assist in other stud farm duties NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N4704 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Industry Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 01/08/2017 Industry Sub-sector Animal Husbandry Last reviewed on 20/12/2017 Occupation Equine Management Next review date 20/12/2021 Back to Top Page 23

24 AGR/N4705 Maintain safety and hygiene in stud farm National Occupational Standard Overview This OS unit is about maintaining safety and hygiene of horses and workers in the stud farm. Page 24

25 National Occupational Standard AGR/N4705 Maintain safety and hygiene in stud farm Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N4705 Maintain safety and hygiene in stud farm This OS unit is about maintaining safety and hygiene of horses and workers in the stud farm. This unit/task covers the following: Maintain hygiene in stables and other areas Prevent spread of infections in horses Maintain personal safety and hygiene Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Maintain hygiene in stables and other areas Prevent spread of infections in horses Maintain personal safety and hygiene Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC1. monitor routine cleaning and maintenance of stables, yards and paddocks to ensure a hygienic environment PC2. clean and maintain food storage and water supply areas to keep it free of contaminants PC3. ensure that all equipment used in treating horses is cleaned hygienically and stored in accordance with organisational procedures and regulations. PC4. ensure that all containers, leftover fluids, waste and dung from the horse treatments are disposed off safely To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC5. ensure that routine annual or outbreak stimulated vaccination of horses is carried out PC6. ensure that routine drenching and skin washing procedures are carried out to prevent or control external or internal parasites PC7. identify Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards, assess risks and implement suitable controls while handling horses PC8. identify causes and symptoms of common illnesses, injuries and parasitic infections and provide treatment under supervision PC9. maintain comprehensive records of veterinary medication and treatment by other professionals for each individual animal To be competent, the user/individual must be able to: PC10. select, use, maintain and store suitable personal protective equipments according to stud farm requirements PC11. be aware of possibilities of bacterial and other contamination from human handling PC12. adhere to defined systems and routines to ensure safe transportation of horses Page 25

26 AGR/N4705 Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Maintain safety and hygiene in stud farm PC13. wear protective clothing as and when required and ensure adherence to safety guidelines PC14. follow standard procedures to deal with accidents and emergency situations PC15. use first aid kit as and when required to provide effective treatment in case of any injuries The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. job responsibilities/duties and standard operating procedures related to stud farming KA2. procedures and guidelines followed for safety and hygiene in stud farm B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. workplace health and safety regulations KB2. vaccination requirements and any regulations established by controlling bodies or government agencies KB3. common illnesses and injuries in horses including first aid, types of medication and treatments KB4. commonly used health parameters e.g. temperature, respiration rate, hydration, temperature control, heart rate KB5. symptoms of notifiable and contagious diseases KB6. principles of hygiene and best practices KB7. common hoof/foot disorders such as: thrush, corns, quarter cracks, bruising, abscess and pastern dermatitis KB8. care of horses KB9. pre and post washing before covering (such as tail bandaging for travel safety) KB10. cleaning and maintenance of harness(halter, rope), grooming equipments, etc. Writing Skills The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. note the information communicated by the supervisor SA2. note down observations (if any) related to the safety and hygiene parameters in stud farm Reading Skills Page 26

27 AGR/N4705 Maintain safety and hygiene in stud farm SA3. read and interpret the processes and procedures required for maintaining safety and hygiene in stud farm Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA4. discuss task lists, schedules and activities with the supervisor SA5. communicate effectively with team members SA6. question the supervisor in order to understand the nature of the problem and to clarify queries B. Professional Skills Decision Making SB1. analyse critical points in day to day tasks through experience and observation and identify control measures to solve the issue SB2. handle issues in case the supervisor is not available Plan and Organize SB3. plan and prioritize work based on instructions received from the supervisor SB4. plan to utilise time and equipments effectively SB5. support the supervisor in scheduling tasks for helper(s) CustomerCentricity SB6. understand customer needs and respond accordingly Problem Solving SB7. support supervisor in solving problems by studying them in detail SB8. discuss the possible solutions with the supervisor Analytical Thinking SB9. analyse and apply domain information/knowledge related to prevention of infections, diseases, accidents in the stud farm and ensure work is carried out effectively Critical Thinking SB10. use common sense and make judgments on day to day basis SB11. use reasoning skills to identify and resolve basic problems Page 27

28 AGR/N4705 Maintain safety and hygiene in stud farm NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N4705 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Industry Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 01/08/2017 Industry Sub-sector Animal Husbandry Last reviewed on 20/12/2017 Occupation Equine Management Next review date 20/12/2021 Back to Top Page 28

29 Qualifications Pack for Stud Farm Worker Annexure Nomenclature for QP and NOS Qualifications Pack 9 characters [ABC]/ Q 0101 [Insert 3 letter code for SSC] Q denoting Qualifications Pack QP number (2 numbers) Occupation (2 numbers) Occupational Standard An example of NOS with N 9 characters [ABC] / N 0101 [Insert 3 letter code for SSC] N denoting National Occupational Standard OS number (2 numbers) Occupation (2 numbers) Back to top Page 29

30 Qualifications Pack for Stud Farm Worker The following acronyms/codes have been used in the nomenclature above: Sub-sector Range of Occupation numbers Agriculture Crop Production Dairying Poultry Animal Husbandry Fisheries Agriculture Allied Activities Forestry, Environment and Renewable Energy Management Agriculture Industries Generic Occupations Sequence Description Example Three letters Industry name AGR Slash / / Next letter Whether QP or NOS Q or N Next two numbers Occupation code 01 Next two numbers OS number 01 Note: The range of occupation numbers have been decided based on the number of existing and future occupations in a segment Occupation numbers from have been intentionally left blank to accommodate any emerging segment in future Page 30

31 Qualifications Pack for Stud Farm Worker Job Role Stud Farm Worker Qualification Pack AGR/Q4701 Sector Skill Council Agriculture Skill Council of India Guidelines for Assessment CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES 1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC 2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC. 3. Assessment will be conducted for all compulsory NOS, and where applicable, on the selected elective/option NOS/set of NOS. 4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below) 5. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaulations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criterion 6. To pass the Qualification Pack, every trainee should score a minimum of 50% of aggregate marks to successfully clear the assessment. 7. In case of unsuccessful completion, the trainee may seek reassessment on the Qualification Pack. Compulsory NOS Total Marks: 500 Assessment Outcomes Assessment Criteria for Outcomes Total Marks 1. AGR/N4701: Undertake construction of fences and housing facilities Marks Allocation Out of Theory PC1. plan the work as per fencing requirements defined by organization/stud farm objectives PC2. calculate equipment, material and labour required for construction of fences PC3. ensure costs are within the budgetary constraints PC4. check and verify proposed fencing against property maps and work plan PC5. arrange tools and fencing equipment (including safety equipment) and transport them safely to the work site PC6. arrange and confirm labour requirements according to stud farm requirements PC7. ensure construction of fences according to work plan and fence design layout PC8. ensure attachment of gates, their positioning, correct operation and functioning according to work plan PC9. procure materials for construction of horse stalls and stable as directed Page 31 Skills Pract ical

32 Qualifications Pack for Stud Farm Worker PC10. implement construction of stable as per stable design layout PC11. arrange for construction of individual stalls depending on the size and weight of the horses, as per stall design layout PC12. ensure proper flooring of the stalls PC13. ensure proper spacing between stalls PC14. arrange for light fixtures within the stalls to avoid dark or shadowed areas PC15. ensure windows of the horse stall are covered with grills/mesh wires PC16. check for placement of feeding and watering equipments such as buckets within the horse stalls PC17. check whether work site is cleared and all waste is disposed off in an environmentally responsible manner PC18. transport the tools and fencing equipments safely from the work site and store according to stud farm requirements PC19. repair and replace tools and equipment faults or malfunctions PC20. record and maintain relevant information as per standard procedures AGR/N4702: Feed horses and provide foaling assistance PC1. ensure that fresh fodder and premixes are not allowed to 100 stand for long periods PC2. ensure that there is enough feeder space for the horses in the stable PC3. ensure types of feed such as forages (hay and grass), concentrated ( food grains) and supplements (vitamins or minerals) are available to feed the horses PC4. measure horse feed quantities carefully and adhere to feeding schedules PC5. feed a fibre-based diet to horses and supplement it with hard feed only when it is necessary PC6. offer water before feeding PC7. carry out feeding activity at the same time every day PC8. plan to make any changes to the horse s diet or routine gradually, as and when required PC9. feed according to size, age, type, gender, amount of work being done by the horse and climate PC10. ensure there is at least an hour between feeding and riding activity PC11. ensure that there is extra drinking space during hot weather PC12. clean the water container daily and keep it in a shaded area PC13. ensure that the foaling stall is at least 14' by 16' or larger to minimize the risk of the mare lying too close to the wall during her labour PC14. ensure that stall or shed is thoroughly cleaned before foaling PC15. take out old bedding and scrub down the stall (floor, walls, etc.) with disinfectant PC16. remove all obstacles from the stall, from feed tubs to buckets that may get in the way of the mare during her labour PC17. use a levelled grassy pasture, especially if the mare is foaling Page 32

33 Qualifications Pack for Stud Farm Worker during the time of year where the pasture is muddy or full of snow PC18. ensure that the pasture is free of brush, rocks, old nails, machinery, ditches or puddles of water PC19. ensure that the mares are given pre-foaling vaccines 4 6 weeks prior to foaling PC20. ensure mares receive specific care and nutrition to keep their foals healthy PC21. check the mare for several days after foaling for any sign of reproductive tract infection PC22. ensure the mare expels the afterbirth PC23. check that the foal is breathing properly after birth PC24. check that the foal's eyelids and lashes are turned outward PC25. ensure foal had colostrum for initial 72 hours of life PC26. check mucous membrane for any abnormality (yellowish,/icteric) PC27. provide hay, grass and grain when the foal is about 4 weeks old PC28. provide extra diet within weeks of the birth PC29. ensure that the foal is vaccined regularly AGR/N4703: Coordinate transportation of horses 4. AGR/N4704: Assist in other stud farm duties PC1. determine transportation requirements for the horses PC2. identify equipment, resources and vehicles required PC3. assemble horses at loading facility and prepare horses for transportation PC4. observe and follow workplace safety policies and procedures PC5. check whether documentation is signed by relevant person and required animal identification is in place PC6. load the prepared horses safely into transportation vehicles according to animal welfare, OHS and stud farm requirements PC7. separate the nursing foal from the mare during transportation PC8. ensure special handling for blind horses by transporting them individually or with familiar pen mates PC9. check that the ramps and chutes are of solid construction, free from sharp projections and of recommended slope PC10. evaluate the condition and attachment of shoes, compatibility with the trailer floor and the potential risk of injury to other animals when loading PC1. identify the type of operations to be carried out such as: preparing horses for sales and exhibitions training and educating horses assessing suitability of horses for stock work PC2. select the horses suitable for the operations PC3. check horse's health to determine whether they are physically capable PC4. select, check and maintain equipments if necessary Page 33

34 Qualifications Pack for Stud Farm Worker PC5. PC6. PC7. identify mares or horses arriving at stud farm in line with established protocols maintain accurate breeding and operational records either manually or electronically enter the financial transactions of both receipts and expenditure in the designated stud farm or property records AGR/N4705: Maintain safety and hygiene in stud farm PC1. monitor routine cleaning and maintenance of stables, yards and paddocks to ensure a hygienic environment PC2. clean and maintain food storage and water supply areas to keep it free of contaminants PC3. ensure that all equipment used in treating horses is cleaned hygienically and stored in accordance with organisational procedures and regulations. PC4. ensure that all containers, leftover fluids, waste and dung from the horse treatments are disposed off safely PC5. ensure that routine annual or outbreak stimulated vaccination of horses is carried out PC6. ensure that routine drenching and skin washing procedures are carried out to prevent or control external or internal parasites PC7. identify Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards, assess risks and implement suitable controls while handling horses PC8. identify causes and symptoms of common illnesses, injuries and parasitic infections and provide treatment under supervision PC9. maintain comprehensive records of veterinary medication and treatment by other professionals for each individual animal PC10. select, use, maintain and store suitable personal protective equipments according to stud farm requirements PC11. be aware of possibilities of bacterial and other contamination from human handling PC12. adhere to defined systems and routines to ensure safe transportation of horses PC13. wear protective clothing as and when required and ensure adherence to safety guidelines PC14. follow standard procedures to deal with accidents and emergency situations PC15. use first aid kit as and when required to provide effective treatment in case of any injuries GRAND TOTAL Page 34