AHCPMG304 Use Firearms To Humanely Destroy Animals

This course is delivered by Foresight Tactical on behalf of Asset College (RTO 31718)

Dates

For individual bookings available dates and online booking is located towards the bottom of the page.

For organisational or group bookings please email training@fortac.com.au

Overview

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to euthanise animals using firearms and techniques appropriate for the type and mobility of the animal.

The unit applies to individuals who hold a valid firearms license and work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.

State or territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions. Destruction of pest animals must comply with state animal cruelty legislation.

Unique Student Identifier (USI)

You will need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to enroll. If you do not already have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) you can obtain one at Home page | Unique Student Identifier (usi.gov.au)

Elements & Performance Criteria

Elements	Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1. Plan for the shooting activity	1.1 Map location and boundaries for the shoot in accordance with the pest management plan and monitoring program 1.2 Confirm location of habitats, habits and range of movement of target animal 1.3 Determine timing of the shoot based on the activity patterns of the target animal and estimate time required to complete the shoot 1.4 Identify hazards and risks and apply control measures associated with the shoot according to workplace safety procedures 1.5 Identify environmental and personal and public safety risks associated with the shoot 1.6 Identify, fit and use suitable personal protective equipment and warning signs required for the activity
2. Prepare for the shooting activity	2.1 Confirm anatomy and physical features identifying location of vulnerable organs of target animal 2.2 Take precautions to minimise hazards and environmental risks associated with the shoot 2.3 Select vehicles, equipment and materials intended for use and check for serviceability 2.4 Ensure firearm licences and permits are current and applicable to purpose 2.5 Select firearm and ammunition types to comply with recommendations and workplace procedures for target animal 2.6 Ensure firearms, ammunition, and stowage for transportation meets licensing requirements 2.7 Check and prepare firearm and ammunition 2.8 Zero and test firearm according to workplace procedures 2.9 Stow firearm for transport according to legislative and regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
3. Shoot animals	3.1 Carry firearm safely with muzzle pointing in safe direction at all times according to industry best practice and workplace procedures 3.2 Load, discharge and unload firearm according to safety procedures 3.3 Aim firearm at vulnerable organ on the target animal and discharge firearm to kill using a single shot 3.4 Check each target animal to ensure it is dead prior to selecting the next target animal 3.5 Euthanise target animals that have not been killed cleanly 3.6 Handle carcases required for research or commercial use to minimise personal health and safety and biosecurity risks 3.7 Dispose of animal carcases not required for research or other purposes according to enterprise procedures to minimise biosecurity or public safety and health risks
4. Clean and store equipment and material	4.1 Clean and store carcases for research or commercial use 4.2 Clean and store equipment and materials according to workplace practices 4.3 Clean, maintain and store firearms in line with regulatory standards 4.4 Store ammunition safely 4.5 Report or record activity completion according to workplace practices

Course Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for AHCPMG304 - Use firearms to humanely destroy animals

Entry Requirements

In order to participate in this course, you must meet the following requirements:

Hold a current weapons licence endorsed for the categories of firearms and the types of activities being conducted.
Must be over 18 years of age (or have written consent from parent/guardian to attend)
Must not have any physical or other impairment which would prevent you from handling firearms safely – if unsure, seek advice from your GP or contact us to discuss suitability
Must not have any criminal convictions (relating to drug use, violence or weapons) in the past five years
Must not have been a subject to a domestic violence order in the past five years
Must not have been a subject to an involuntary mental health order in the past five years

For more information regarding specific licensing requirements, please visit Weapons Licensing QLD.

Please be advised we are unable to train students on a student visa. You must find a CRICOS registered training provider.

Delivery Options

This course is delivered face-to-face

Course Fees

$800 per person

For organisational or group bookings please email training@fortac.com.au for a quote