Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 8:13 PM AWST
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Preventative Biosecurity Skill Set
Preventative Biosecurity Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
ACMSS00012
ACMSS00012
State Code
AD735
AD735
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
29/11/2017
Current Release Date
13/04/2021
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
26/07/2021
Nominal Hours
90
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 13/04/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 29/11/2017 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set is designed to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge required to recognise unusual disease or plant pest signs and comply with infection control policies and procedures in animal care workplaces and relevant field locations.
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards qualifications in the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package including:
ACM30121 Certificate III in Animal Care Services
ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care
ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
ACM30121 Certificate III in Animal Care Services
ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care
ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who are working across a broad spectrum of facilities/workplaces or sectors, where animal care is provided, and compliance with preventative biosecurity procedures is essential.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package and AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package meet exhibited and native wildlife industry requirements related to compliance with infection control procedures in animal care work.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBE73 | ACMINF301 | Comply with infection control policies and procedures in animal care work | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCT01 | AHCBIO301 | Identify and report signs of unusual disease or pest | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC236 | ACMSS00006 | Preventative Biosecurity Skill Set | Skill set |