Dairy Farm Management  ·  Level 5
Dairy Young Stock Rearing
Chapter 4: Complete rearing of dairy young stock
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Practical 1: Preparation and Administration of Nutritional Feed for a 4-Week-Old Dairy Calf

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 administer 2 litres of milk replacer feed at 38°C to a 4-week-old dairy calf, ensuring correct mixing, feeding technique, and hygiene.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Measuring jugMilk replacer powder
Feeding bucketClean water
Calf feeding bottle with teatDisinfectant solution
ThermometerGloves
StirrerClean bucket
Calf weight tapeCalf (4 weeks old)
Cleaning brush
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Milk replacer powder500 g per Candidate
2Clean water10 litres per Candidate
3Measuring jug1 Pc per 5 Candidates
4Feeding bucket1 Pc per Candidate
5Calf feeding bottle with teat1 Pc per Candidate
6Thermometer1 Pc per 5 Candidates
7Stirrer1 Pc per Candidate
8Calf (4 weeks old)1 Pc per Candidate
9Gloves1 Pair per Candidate
10Cleaning brush1 Pc per 5 Candidates
11Disinfectant solution (1 litre)1 Litre per 10 Candidates
12Calf weight tape1 Pc per 5 Candidates
13Clean bucket1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation of Milk Replacer Feed
Wore appropriate PPE (gloves, overall, gumboots)
(Award 1 mark for each item)
3
Measured 2 litres of clean water accurately using measuring jug
(Award 2 marks for correct measurement)
2
Heated water to body temperature (38°C) and checked with thermometer
(Award 1 mark each for heating, temperature check, and thermometer use)
3
Measured correct quantity of milk replacer powder (according to manufacturer’s instructions for 2 litres)
(Award 3 marks for correct measurement)
3
Added milk replacer powder gradually into warm water and stirred thoroughly to achieve uniform mixture
(Award 1 mark for gradual addition, 2 marks for thorough stirring and uniform mixture)
3
Transferred prepared milk replacer gently into feeding bucket without spillages
(Award 2 marks for gentle transfer and no spillages)
2
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TASK 2: Feeding the Calf
Selected and cleaned feeding bottle using clean water and disinfectant
(Award 1 mark for selection, 2 marks for cleaning properly)
3
Led calf calmly to feeding area
(Award 2 marks for calm handling and leading)
2
Restrained calf gently ensuring it is calm and standing squarely
(Award 3 marks for safe and calm restraint)
3
Measured calf weight using weight tape correctly and recorded weight
(Award 1 mark for correct placement of tape, 1 mark for ensuring calf is standing squarely, 1 mark for reading weight, 1 mark for recording)
4
Offered milk replacer feed using feeding bottle without spillages
(Award 3 marks for correct feeding technique and no spillages)
3
Cleaned feeding bottle, bucket and utensils after feeding
(Award 2 marks for thorough cleaning)
2
Disposed of waste water and cleaned work area
(Award 2 marks for proper disposal and cleaning)
2
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PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Milk replacer feed prepared at correct volume (2 litres) and temperature (38°C)
(Award 3 marks for correct volume and temperature)
3
Milk replacer feed is well mixed with no lumps or sediment
(Award 3 marks for uniform mixture)
3
Calf fed completely with no spillages and calm behaviour observed
(Award 3 marks for complete feeding and calm calf)
3
Accurate recording of calf weight and feeding details
(Award 2 marks for correct and neat recording)
2
Sub-Total11
GRAND TOTAL46
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Construct housing shelter for dairy young stock 3m x 2.5m x 2m 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 dairy young stock shelter measuring 3000mm length x 2500mm width x 2000mm height.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
HammerTimber poles
Measuring tapeCorrugated iron sheets
Hand sawNails 3 inches
Spirit levelWire mesh
Wire cutters
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Timber poles10 Pcs per Candidate
2Corrugated iron sheets6 Pcs per Candidate
3Nails 3 inches1 kg per Candidate
4Hammer1 Pc per Candidate
5Measuring tape1 Pc per Candidate
6Hand saw1 Pc per Candidate
7Spirit level1 Pc per Candidate
8Gloves1 Pair per Candidate
9Dust mask1 Pc per Candidate
10Gumboots1 Pair per Candidate
11Wire mesh (for ventilation)2 m by 1 m per Candidate
12Wire cutters1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Housing Construction Process
Wore PPE (gloves, dust mask, gumboots)
(Award 1 mark for each item worn)
3
Measured and marked site dimensions accurately (3000mm x 2500mm)
(Award 1 mark each for length, width, and marking)
3
Cut timber poles and corrugated iron sheets to required sizes
(Award 1 mark each for cutting timber, cutting sheets, correct sizes, and safe handling)
4
Assembled timber frame according to dimensions
(Award 1 mark each for frame assembly, alignment, joints, and stability)
4
Fixed corrugated iron sheets on roof ensuring proper overlap and secure nailing
(Award 1 mark each for fixing sheets, overlap, secure nailing, and neatness)
4
Installed wire mesh panels for ventilation at designated locations
(Award 1 mark each for correct placement, secure fixing, and neatness)
3
Checked vertical plumb and horizontal level of structure using spirit level
(Award 1 mark each for plumb, level, and correction if needed)
3
Maintained clean and safe working area throughout construction
(Award 2 marks for cleanliness and safety)
2
Used tools correctly and safely
(Award 2 marks for correct and safe tool use)
2
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PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Shelter dimensions match 3000mm length x 2500mm width x 2000mm height within ±20mm tolerance
(Award 5 marks for correct dimensions within tolerance)
5
Structure is plumb and level with no visible tilting or sagging
(Award 4 marks for plumb and level structure)
4
Joints are secure and tight with no loose nails or gaps
(Award 3 marks for secure joints)
3
Roof sheets are properly fixed with adequate overlap and no gaps
(Award 3 marks for correct roofing)
3
Ventilation wire mesh is correctly installed and intact
(Award 2 marks for ventilation installation)
2
Work area around shelter is clean and free from debris
(Award 3 marks for cleanliness)
3
Sub-Total20
GRAND TOTAL48
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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