Dairy Farm Management  ·  Level 5
Dairy Young Stock Rearing
Chapter 3: Evaluate rearing of dairy young stock
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Assess calf housing conditions for ventilation, space, and hygiene

Dairy Farm Management · Level 5
Dairy Young Stock Rearing
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Inspect and evaluate the calf housing unit measuring 3m by 2.5m for ventilation, space adequacy, and hygiene conditions, then complete a detailed assessment report.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Measuring tapeHygiene inspection checklist
Thermometer
Flashlight
Gloves
Notebook and pen
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Measuring tape1 Pc per Candidate
2Thermometer (for ambient temperature)1 Pc per 5 Candidates
3Hygiene inspection checklist1 Pc per Candidate
4Notebook and pen1 Set per Candidate
5Flashlight1 Pc per Candidate
6Gloves1 Pair per Candidate
7Calf housing unit (existing farm structure)1 Unit per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: PPE and preparation
Wore gloves before inspection
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Assembled all required tools and materials
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
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TASK 2: Measure housing dimensions and ventilation openings
Measured length of housing accurately (3m ± 5cm)
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Measured width of housing accurately (2.5m ± 5cm)
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Measured size and number of ventilation openings
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
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TASK 3: Assess ventilation and ambient temperature
Checked air flow using observation and flashlight
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Measured ambient temperature inside housing
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Recorded findings correctly in notebook
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
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TASK 4: Inspect hygiene and cleanliness
Checked floor cleanliness and drainage
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Checked presence of faeces or urine stains
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Checked for presence of pests or flies
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Completed hygiene checklist accurately
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
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TASK 5: Space adequacy and calf comfort assessment
Calculated floor area per calf (minimum 1.5 m² per calf)
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Noted availability of dry bedding or resting area
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
Recorded observations clearly and legibly
(Award 2 marks or zero)
2
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TASK 6: Final reporting
Compiled a clear, concise report summarizing ventilation, hygiene, and space findings
(Award 5 marks or zero)
5
Recommended improvements based on assessment
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Sub-Total8
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Accurate measurement of housing dimensions (3m x 2.5m) within tolerance
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Complete and correct hygiene checklist
(Award 3 marks or zero)
3
Well-organized and comprehensive assessment report
(Award 4 marks or zero)
4
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL47
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Evaluate and Prepare Calf Feeding Mixture and Feeding Schedule

Dairy Farm Management · Level 5
Dairy Young Stock Rearing
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Prepare and feed a 1 litre calf milk mixture with additives and feed the calf according to its weight and feeding schedule.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Measuring jugRaw egg
ThermometerWarm cow milk
Cleaning brushCastor oil
StirrerCod liver oil
Feeding bucketSugar
Calf feeding bottleProbiotic powder
Calf weight tapeClean water
Disinfectant
Gloves
Gumboots
Dust coat
Face mask
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Raw egg1 Pc per Candidate
2Warm cow milk1 Litre per Candidate
3Castor oil1 Tablespoon per Candidate
4Cod liver oil1 Tablespoon per Candidate
5Sugar1 Teaspoon per Candidate
6Probiotic powder1 Pinch per Candidate
7Feeding bucket1 Pc per Candidate
8Measuring jug1 Pc per 5 Candidates
9Thermometer1 Pc per 5 Candidates
10Cleaning brush1 Pc per 5 Candidates
11Calf feeding bottle1 Pc per Candidate
12Calf (not more than 7 days old)1 Pc per Candidate
13Clean water10 Litres per Candidate
14Clean bucket1 Pc per Candidate
15Calf weight tape1 Pc per 5 Candidates
16Stirrer1 Pc per Candidate
17Disinfectant1 Litre per 10 Candidates
18Gloves1 Pair per Candidate
19Gumboots1 Pair per Candidate
20Dust coat1 Pc per Candidate
21Face mask1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Prepare Calf Feeding Mixture
Wore appropriate PPE (dust coat, gumboots, gloves, face mask)
(Award 1 mark each for dust coat, gumboots, gloves, and face mask)
4
Measured exactly 1 litre of warm cow milk using measuring jug
(Award 1 mark for correct volume, 1 mark for correct tool use)
2
Heated milk in clean sufuria to body temperature (38-40°C)
(Award 1 mark for clean sufuria, 1 mark for heating, 1 mark for correct temperature)
3
Transferred warm milk gently into feeding bucket
(Award 1 mark for gentle transfer, 1 mark for correct container)
2
Cracked one fresh egg into the warm milk
(Award 1 mark for cracking egg, 1 mark for adding into milk)
2
Whisked mixture thoroughly to achieve uniform blend
(Award 1 mark for thorough whisking, 1 mark for uniform consistency)
2
Added 1 tablespoon castor oil and 1 tablespoon cod liver oil
(Award 1 mark for each oil added)
2
Stirred the mixture well with stirrer to uniformity
(Award 1 mark for stirring, 1 mark for uniform mixture)
2
Added 1 teaspoon sugar and 1 pinch probiotic powder
(Award 1 mark for sugar, 1 mark for probiotic, 1 mark for correct quantities)
3
Mixed all contents well to form uniform feeding mixture
(Award 1 mark for final uniform mixture)
1
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TASK 2: Feed Calf According to Weight and Schedule
Identified and selected clean calf feeding bottle
(Award 1 mark or zero)
1
Cleaned feeding bottle with clean water and disinfectant
(Award 1 mark for cleaning, 1 mark for using clean water)
2
Led calf calmly to feeding area
(Award 1 mark for leading, 1 mark for calmness)
2
Restrained calf calmly without causing distress
(Award 2 marks for calm restraint)
2
Measured calf weight using weighing tape correctly
(Award 1 mark for use of tape, 1 mark for correct placement, 1 mark for reading weight)
3
Measured feeding volume based on calf weight and feeding schedule
(Award 1 mark for correct measurement, 1 mark for adherence to schedule)
2
Offered feed using bottle without spillage
(Award 2 marks for correct feeding technique without spill)
2
Cleaned bottle and feeding bucket after use
(Award 1 mark for thorough cleaning)
1
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PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Calf feeding mixture is uniform, correctly prepared with additives and at body temperature (38-40°C)
(Award up to 5 marks for correct mixture preparation, additives, and temperature)
5
Calf fed the correct volume according to weight and feeding schedule without distress or spillage
(Award up to 7 marks for correct volume, schedule adherence, and feeding technique)
7
Sub-Total12
GRAND TOTAL50
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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