Dairy Farm Management  ·  Level 5
Dairy Young Stock Rearing
Chapter 1: Prepare to rear dairy young stock
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Practical 1: Construct a secure and hygienic calf pen 3m x 2m x 1.5m high

Dairy Farm Management · Level 5
Dairy Young Stock Rearing
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 5 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Construct a secure and hygienic calf pen measuring 3000mm long, 2000mm wide, and 1500mm high.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
HammerWooden poles (treated)
Measuring tape 5 mWire mesh fencing
SawNails 3 inch
Spirit levelConcrete mix (sand, cement, ballast)
ShovelWater for mixing concrete
Wire cutters
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Wooden poles (treated)10 pcs per Candidate
2Wire mesh fencing4 m² per Candidate
3Nails 3 inch1 kg per Candidate
4Hammer1 pc per Candidate
5Measuring tape 5 m1 pc per Candidate
6Saw1 pc per Candidate
7Spirit level1 pc per Candidate
8Shovel1 pc per Candidate
9Protective gloves1 pair per Candidate
10Gumboots1 pair per Candidate
11Dust coat1 pc per Candidate
12Face mask1 pc per Candidate
13Wire cutters1 pc per Candidate
14Concrete mix (sand, cement, ballast)0.1 m³ per Candidate
15Water for mixing concrete20 litres per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and PPE
Wore protective gloves, gumboots, dust coat and face mask
(Award 1 mark for each item worn correctly)
4
Assembled all materials, tools and equipment at the worksite
(Award 3 marks for complete and proper assembly)
3
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TASK 2: Site Setting Out and Foundation
Measured and marked the pen dimensions 3000mm x 2000mm accurately
(Award 4 marks for correct measurement and marking)
4
Dug foundation trenches to a uniform depth of 300mm
(Award 3 marks for uniform depth and clean trenches)
3
Mixed concrete to correct consistency and poured foundation
(Award 4 marks for proper mixing and pouring)
4
Leveled and finished foundation surface evenly
(Award 2 marks for smooth and level foundation)
2
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TASK 3: Erecting the Pen Structure
Fixed wooden poles vertically at corners and midpoints securely
(Award 4 marks for correct placement and secure fixing)
4
Ensured poles are plumb using spirit level
(Award 3 marks for accurate plumbness)
3
Fitted wire mesh fencing tightly and nailed properly
(Award 4 marks for tight fitting and neat nailing)
4
Constructed a gate opening of 900mm wide with secure fixing
(Award 4 marks for correct gate size and secure fixing)
4
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TASK 4: Finishing and Cleaning
Removed all debris and cleaned the work area
(Award 2 marks for thorough cleaning)
2
Checked all nails are properly hammered and no sharp edges exposed
(Award 2 marks for safety checks)
2
Ensured proper ventilation openings in the pen walls
(Award 2 marks for adequate ventilation openings)
2
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PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Calf pen dimensions are 3000mm long, 2000mm wide, and 1500mm high within ±10mm tolerance
(Award 5 marks for accurate dimensions)
5
Pen structure is plumb, square and stable
(Award 5 marks for plumbness, squareness and stability)
5
Wire mesh is securely fixed with no loose sections
(Award 4 marks for secure fencing)
4
Gate opening is 900mm wide and functions properly
(Award 3 marks for correct gate size and operation)
3
Pen is clean, safe with no protruding nails or hazards
(Award 3 marks for safety and cleanliness)
3
Sub-Total20
GRAND TOTAL61
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Fabricate and install feeding troughs for dairy young stock

Dairy Farm Management · Level 5
Dairy Young Stock Rearing
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 5 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Fabricate and install a feeding trough for dairy young stock measuring 1200mm length x 400mm width x 400mm height.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Measuring tapeMild steel angle bars 25mm x 25mm x 3mm
Angle grinder with cutting discGalvanized iron sheet 1.2mm thick
Electric welding machineWelding rods E6013
ClampsBolts and nuts M8
Spirit levelPaint (anti-rust)
Steel rulerClean water
Drill machine with 8mm drill bit
Metal file
Paint brush
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Mild steel angle bars 25mm x 25mm x 3mm4 meters per Candidate
2Galvanized iron sheet 1.2mm thick1.5 square meters per Candidate
3Welding rods E601310 rods per Candidate
4Measuring tape1 piece per 5 Candidates
5Angle grinder with cutting disc1 piece per 5 Candidates
6Electric welding machine1 piece per 5 Candidates
7Clamps2 pieces per Candidate
8Hand gloves1 pair per Candidate
9Welding helmet1 piece per Candidate
10Steel brush1 piece per Candidate
11Spirit level1 piece per 5 Candidates
12Steel ruler1 piece per Candidate
13Bolts and nuts M88 sets per Candidate
14Drill machine with 8mm drill bit1 piece per 5 Candidates
15Metal file1 piece per Candidate
16Paint (anti-rust)0.5 litre per Candidate
17Paint brush1 piece per Candidate
18Clean water5 litres per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and Safety
Wore appropriate PPE (welding helmet, gloves, dust coat, gumboots)
(Award 1 mark for each item worn correctly)
3
Assembled all required tools and materials at the workplace
(Award 2 marks for complete and orderly assembly)
2
Measured and marked steel materials accurately as per dimensions
(Award 1 mark each for length, width, height correctness)
3
Cut steel angle bars and GI sheet cleanly and accurately
(Award 1 mark each for clean cuts on angle bars, GI sheet, and correct lengths)
3
Cleaned cut edges using metal file and steel brush
(Award 1 mark each for filing and brushing)
2
Clamped components securely before welding
(Award 2 marks for secure clamping)
2
Welded the frame and trough parts according to layout
(Award marks for continuous, neat, and strong welds)
5
Drilled bolt holes at correct positions and sizes
(Award 1 mark each for position, size, and clean drilling)
3
Assembled and fixed feeding trough securely using bolts and nuts
(Award 3 marks for proper tight fixing and alignment)
3
Checked and adjusted feeding trough for level and plumb using spirit level
(Award 3 marks for correct leveling and plumb)
3
Cleaned the fabricated trough before painting
(Award 2 marks for thorough cleaning)
2
Applied anti-rust paint evenly on all metal surfaces
(Award 3 marks for full coverage and neat application)
3
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PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Feeding trough dimensions match 1200mm length x 400mm width x 400mm height ±10mm tolerance
(Award 4 marks for correct dimensions within tolerance)
4
Feeding trough is square, plumb and level
(Award 4 marks for accurate squareness, plumb and level)
4
Welds are continuous, neat and strong without cracks or gaps
(Award 4 marks for weld quality)
4
Bolt fixing is tight and secure with no loose parts
(Award 2 marks for secure fixing)
2
Surface finish is smooth and paint coverage is even with no rust spots
(Award 2 marks for surface finish and paint quality)
2
Sub-Total16
GRAND TOTAL50
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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