ISCO Occupation Group 6122.1 Poultry Breeder

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

Poultry Breeder: Poultry breeders oversee the production and day-to-day care of poultry. They maintain the health and welfare of poultry.

Essential Skills

  • Assist In Transportation Of Animals
  • Animal Welfare Legislation
  • Provide Nutrition To Animals
  • Signs Of Animal Illness
  • Administer Specific Drugs To Facilitate Breeding
  • Monitor The Production Of Eggs
  • Control Animal Movement
  • Livestock Species
  • Handle Feathers
  • Maintain Animal Accommodation
  • Administer Treatment To Animals
  • Monitor The Welfare Of Animals
  • Manage Animal Hygiene
  • Manage Poultry Breeding
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Assist Animal Birth
  • Care For Juvenile Animals
  • Maintain Professional Records
  • Create Animal Records
  • Dispose Of Dead Animals
  • Health And Safety Regulations
  • Operate Farm Equipment
  • Manage Animal Biosecurity
  • Provide First Aid To Animals


Optional Skills

  • Advise On Animal Welfare
  • Implement Exercise Activities For Animals
  • Work With Veterinarians
  • Maintain Equipment
  • Train Animals
  • Advise Customers On Appropriate Pet Care
  • Assess Animal Behaviour
  • Assess Management Of Animals
  • Advise On Animal Purchase
  • Computerised Feeding Systems
  • Maintain Welfare Of Animals During Transportation
  • Assess Animal Nutrition
  • Animal Welfare


Alternative Names

  • Poultry Specialist
  • Poultry Rearer
  • Poultry Breeders
  • Chicken Breeder


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