Ayesha & Rachel's Logbooks by Maria-Victoria Romero

1.1 select and use a suitable method for restraint which minimise distress and injury to the animal taking into account the following factors (i)the behaviour and the temperament of the animal (ii) the health and well-being of the animal

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I approached the chicken in a confined area of the pen and in a confidence and calm with my arms outstretched and in a slight squatting position I directed her into a corner to pick her up

Holding her feet so that she didn't scratch me, kick out. I am holding her like this in this restraint keeps her wings from flapping and prevents her from hurting herself.

this hold is good for transport and gives the handler more control in case it starts to get stressed

If I had to change the restraint I would put my hands under the breast holding the wings with my thumbs and the side of my hands to pin the wings in place also keeping its

1.4 modify methods if restraint in response to the reactions of the animal as necessary

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Here I am restraining one of the snakes we have at the college this is called the pinch grip and is very effective for snakes. It gives the handler control to do a health check and if it is venomous this restraint can be used for venom extraction

this is also a good way to assist in transferring non aggressive snakes from one enclose to another whilst minimising stress for the snake

1.2 approach the animal in a mannar which is likely minimise 1.3 maintain the restraint of the animal securely and safety in a manner which minimise stress

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Here I am restraining a goat. This restraint is good for health checks and for delivering oral medication with a partner

method

the way this restraint is done is by holding the head close to my body with one hand and with the other you can either pin their body up against your body

alternative method

another way to restrain them is to press them against a fence if they are too big or if they are moving around a lot

1.1 Identify current competence areas for development using relevant techniques and processes

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I am currently competent at keeping organised in class and at work, working safely and time management

Areas for development are meeting deadlines spelling and grammar proof reading.

When training animals I have identifed that I need to change my behaviour (keep calm and a level head. Example; keep calm whilst training the alpacas)

The way I discovered my areas of improvement where to discuss with my tutor and checked my SMART targets.

1.2 carry out work in accordance with responsibilities and organisational requirements.

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my responsibility while training the alpacas was to care for their mental and physical well being during training, to feed after the activity and to make notes on a progress sheet that I created.

my responsibility in lessons is to listen to the tutor, wear a uniform, and give input when asked

I work in accordance with these responsibilities by following the college rules e.g. wearing uniform and being prepared in lessons. Here is a picture of me following my training plan working with the alpacas. I met my responsibilities by assessing the alpacas health and behaviour before, during, and after training and having my training plan approved by Jamie, the Animal Centre Coordinate.

2.1 Agree personal performance and targets with an appropriate person 2.2 Review performance and progress regularly and use the outcome to plan future development activities.

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2.1 My personal performance logged on my I.L.P. This was when I I did my personal profile

I have a 1.1 session with the tutor setting smart targets for me

2.3 seek advice from an appropriate person if clarification is required concerning specific tasks.

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When I was doing my training with the alpacas, I wasn't sure which treat or feed to provide for the best outcome.

I then went to one of the technicians to gain advice (Charlotte Quarnby) she gave me some ideas to try different foods, and to try different ways of feeding them as I didn't want to get them wrong.

She said to try pygmi mix and apples they enjoyed pigmy mix the best so I used that for their training. I also used a bucket to give the treats because they did bot like feed in hand.

1.1 Prepare the animal correctly for the training programmes in the following ways (i) to meet physical needs (i.e food, water, rest). (ii) to meet emotional / mental needs. 1.2 identify and use resources that are necessary for the planned training activity including (i) training environment (ii) equipment (iii) personnel

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1.1 When preparing the animal for training I made sure that they had appropriate water and that they were fed in the morning. I was not worried about the evening feed because I was tasked to feed them after training. I would have also allowed them to come to me first before training to let them investigate me so that they would be calm when I entered their enclosure I would do this by letting them smell me and see me before I entered their enclosure. I did not give eye contact and let them come to me over the gate this ensures that they are calm when they see me and relaxed in the session. This also ensures my safety as well. Finally, I would would try different foods to see the best outcome. This was over the fence to again ensure the safety of the animal and of myself

1.2 when starting training I decided to stay in their enclosure so that they can be comfortable and walk around as much as they like. I also wanted to make sure that they had some more familiar to go if they were feeling overwhelmed or overstimulated. For equipment I used a bucket of pygmy goat feed because that gave the best results with only a scoop of pygmy goat mix. I brought in the halter later on in training just because I wanted them to get them used to myself and the bucket and finally for personnel, it was just myself because again I wanted to get them to trust me and not have anyone else overwhelming them.

1.1 Use correct personal hygiene produces before and after preparing animal feed

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I wash my hands for 2 minutes with soup and water before and after feeding the chosen animal this rebuses the risk of cross contamination and assists with the animals health and safety

1.2 Prepare the correct amount of animal feed according to feeding plan in a way that minimise wastage 2.1 work in a way which maintains health and safety and is consistent with current legislation , codes of practice and any additional requirements

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1.2 this is me preparing to feed a bearded dragon. I put the bowl on a weighing scale and put it to 0g then I weighed out the correct amount to minimise waste.

2.1 to follow codes of practice, health and safety, legislation and other requirements I washed my hands got the correct materials to get the feed ready and weighed out the correct feed in accordant with the dietary recorders.

2.2 dispose of waste and animal feed safely and correctly

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3.1 select appropriate materials and equipment for this area of work 3.2 Use the appropriate equipment and utensils in a hygienic way consistent with legal and organisational requirements

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3.1 when feeding snakes it is important to have a holding cage and feeding tongs to feed snakes this ensures that the snake does not get food aggressive and it keeps myself safe

3.2 I choose this equipment for the task of feeding a corn snake because it is easy to clean in case the animal is unwell or is in quarantine. They also might be with other animals and would need to be separated for feeding

1.3 Undertake training activities and use methods which are in accordance with the training programme including the following:(i)handling (ii)obedience (iii)specific objectives.

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As I started the training activity I considered my methods to be humane and handled the animals with care and respect for their space only encroaching when I was allowed to obedience was more on them coming towards me and getting rewarded for that. Then them doing tricks and I also was able to stroke them on their neck and flank. As for specific objective for the alpacas I wanted them to be able to let me put their halters on and let me walk around them with their halters

1.4 Monitor the mental condition and physical behaviour of the animal throughout the training and use the results to modify the training

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Here is a monitoring sheet that I created. This monitoring sheet shows objective, the method that I used which was positive reinforcement, monitoring the mental condition of the animal and the physical condition of the animal during training, any modifications that I used during training over the following weeks how I handled the animal during training to promote their health and welfare, reporting on any progress of training and aims and objectives and finally did I take any remedial action whilst training with any equipment, on the other side shows the week on week progression in the middle, I wrote down information about the animal (alpaca) the training that I used treat that I had their behaviour and their mental condition after after training. This gives me an idea of what I have done well and what I could do better.

1.5 Handle the animal correctly throughout the training in a way that promotes the animal’s health and welfare.

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When I was handling that alpacas, I did it in a calm and quiet manner to not shock or spook them. This caused them to come to me in a cautious manner but also I was able to get close to them and at the end was able to stroke and caress their neck and head. In the long term this can benefits their health and welfare by regularly getting close to them and being able to potentially administer medication and also health checks. I then used the halter to encourage them more to let me stroke them with the halter in my hand

1.6 Report accurately to relevant people progress towards achieving training objectives. 1.7 Take the appropriate remedial action when training activities, methods or resources are found to be inappropriate.

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1.6 I showed my monitoring table to Charlotte one of the technicians at the college. I spoke to her about a problem that I had with the alpacas not liking the stick in the Target training. I asked her to give me some suggestions to this problem and I also updated her and reported back to her saying that the alpacas were doing well but they did not like the stick and Target training I also showed her my monitoring sheet to show her that I was doing well with attempting to train them

1.7 when I updated Charlotte about my problem with the alpacas not cooperating with target training with the stick, she then recommended to me to not do target training. This this is because of issues they've had in the past. I then asked her what I should do and she said to use a bucket instead and introduce the halter slowly ensuring that they see it, but that they're not worried about it.

2.1 Work in a way which maintains health and safety, animal welfare and is consistent with relevant legislation, codes of practice and any additional requirements.

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One of the ways that I can ensure the safety of the animal and the welfare of the animal Is to make sure that they are together and that they can move around as they wish, thought they have enough suspicion water and food in the morning that they have a place where they can shelter in bad conditions and they are free from pain and disease. This follows the animal welfare act 2006. A way that I can keep myself safe is by wearing my uniform, putting my hair in a ponytail keeping nails short and wearing protective equipment when necessary, this follows the health and safety at work act 1974 and also of my college. I Check diet sheets and have conversations with members of staff and technicians in the college about any health conditions, allergies, or even when or if the animal is on a diet

prepare, maintain and store materials and equipment in a safe, hygienic and effective condition

mvictoriarb11 — 2025-05-19 14:13:43 UTC

food for snakes are frozen and in a freezer and defrosted in a way that is safe and hygienic,other items such as tongs and holding cages are where the animals are kept making it Continent and easy to clean

Seek constructive feedback and advice from others and use it to help maintain and improve performance.

mvictoriarb11 — 2025-05-22 09:37:18 UTC

When I was training the alpacas I got some feedback from one of my tutors (Roseen Law) She said "they are doing and looking great".

Roseen then suggested to try to stroke thier neck with the hulter to get them used to it touching them and them seeing it moving towards them

3.9 Describe how to assess progress towards objectives and why this should be reported.

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3.10 State the actions that should be taken if the training activities, resources or methods are inappropriate.

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3.7 Describe how to handle the animal concerned for the safety of the animal, self and others and to enable objectives to met

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To ensure the animal safety I would make sure that the animal is not tied up but is on a leash or harness and it is not distracted by other animals or people

It is important to do these things to 1. Give the animal peace of mind and give them a safe space so they can train. 2. This gives myself control over the animal, assists me with training the animal by not having any distractions, any danger situations that we may encounter. 3. So that the animal doesn't get into contact with people or other animals whilst we're training, in case the animal gets aggressive with other people or animals,

3.10 States the actions that should be taken if the training activities resources or methods are inappropriate

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If the training is not going as planned such as the animal is not cooperating or is not doing as planned, then adjustment should be made such as instead of using a clicker because it is not working, you use a Target stick or treats for the task this can be used for recall but is not useful for Target training sometimes.

2.1 Select appropriate equipment for this area of work

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Selecting the appropriate equipment job to restrain the goats

this is a lead rope and it can be found in the brick shed

The lead rope is useful for leading the goats to guide them and is another way of restraint

here I am selecting the correct lead for our goats

2.2 use equipment according to relevant legislation and manufacturer's instruction.

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In this image the goat is being restraint by my classmate and I am holding the lead rope to this is to ensure that she doesn't knock my classmate over

I am made sure that the lead rope wasn't tight around her neck by checking that 2 of my fingers could go under the rope effortlessly but she could not escape

2.3 Prepare, maintain and store equipment in a safe and effective working condition

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In this image you can see me putting the lead rope away, we use a method called a quick relies knot that is so it doesn't drag on the floor and so it doesn't trip up students or members of staff