Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 8:45 PM AWST
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Companion Animal Incident Management Worker Skill Set
Companion Animal Incident Management Worker Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
ACMSS00045
ACMSS00045
State Code
AE843
AE843
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
16/07/2022
Current Release Date
16/07/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
21/09/2022
Nominal Hours
140
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 16/07/2022 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set is designed to provide individuals with skills and knowledge to participate in the rescue of small companion animals during major incidents.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit towards ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care, ACM40122 Certificate IV in Animal Regulation and Management and ACM40222 Certificate IV in Animal Facility Management.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This entry level skill set is for individuals who participate in companion level animal rescue during a major incident. It applies to workers and organisational volunteers.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package meet the industry requirements to participate in emergency team activity rescuing companion animals during major incidents.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODC56 | ACMGEN204 | Assist in health care of animals | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OEC19 | ACMAIM311 | Communicate with companion animal owners about incident management processes | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BBE28 | ACMWHS301 | Contribute to workplace health and safety processes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OEC21 | ACMAIM204 | Participate in companion animal rescue | 25 | Unit of competency |