ISCO Occupation Group 6121.4 Pig Breeder
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Pig Breeder: Pig breeders oversee the production and day-to-day care of pigs. They maintain the health and welfare of pigs.
Essential Skills
- Care For Juvenile Animals
- Animal Welfare Legislation
- Animal Nutrition
- Monitor The Welfare Of Animals
- Manage Livestock
- Manage The Health And Welfare Of Livestock
- Provide Nutrition To Animals
- Control Animal Movement
- Assist Animal Birth
- Manage Pig Breeding
- Assist In Transportation Of Animals
- Maintain Animal Accommodation
- Administer Treatment To Animals
- Maintain Professional Records
- Manage Animal Hygiene
- Livestock Species
- Feed Livestock
- Health And Safety Regulations
- Select Livestock
- Livestock Feeding
- Provide First Aid To Animals
- Dispose Of Dead Animals
- Livestock Reproduction
- Carry Out Specialised Procedures For Pigs
- Operate Farm Equipment
- Signs Of Animal Illness
- Create Animal Records
- Administer Specific Drugs To Facilitate Breeding
- Manage Animal Biosecurity
- Monitor Livestock
Optional Skills
- Assess Animal Behaviour
- Advise On Animal Welfare
- Assess Animal Nutrition
- Maintain Welfare Of Animals During Transportation
- Maintain Equipment
- Assess Management Of Animals
- Animal Welfare
- Work With Veterinarians
- Computerised Feeding Systems
- Implement Exercise Activities For Animals
- Advise On Animal Purchase
- Train Animals
- Advise Customers On Appropriate Pet Care
Alternative Names
- Pig Breeders
- Pig Specialist
- Pig Rearer
