Wildlife Management  ·  Level 5
Taxidermy And Museum Techniques
Chapter 5: Carry out post service procedures
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Practical 1: Cleaning and Sanitizing Taxidermy Tools and Workspace

Wildlife Management · Level 5
Taxidermy And Museum Techniques
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Clean, disinfect, and organize all taxidermy tools and workspace surfaces after completing taxidermy work, ensuring tools are free from biological residues and properly stored.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Stainless steel forcepsDisinfectant solution (70% Isopropyl alcohol)
Scalpel with replaceable bladesDetergent soap
Dissecting scissorsWaste disposal bag (biohazard)
Wire brushesPaper towels
Soft cloths for wipingStorage container for clean tools
Plastic basin for washing toolsWork surface disinfectant spray
Disposable gloves
Cleaning brush for workspace surfaces
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Stainless steel forceps1 Pc per Candidate
2Scalpel with replaceable blades1 Pc per Candidate
3Dissecting scissors1 Pc per Candidate
4Wire brushes1 Pc per Candidate
5Soft cloths for wiping3 Pcs per Candidate
6Disinfectant solution (70% Isopropyl alcohol)250 ml per Candidate
7Detergent soap100 ml per Candidate
8Plastic basin for washing tools1 Pc per Candidate
9Disposable gloves (latex or nitrile)2 Pairs per Candidate
10Waste disposal bag (biohazard)1 Pc per Candidate
11Cleaning brush for workspace surfaces1 Pc per Candidate
12Paper towels5 Sheets per Candidate
13Storage container for clean tools1 Pc per Candidate
14Work surface disinfectant spray200 ml per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Personal Protective Equipment and Preparation
Candidate wears disposable gloves before starting cleaning
(Award 2 marks for wearing gloves properly or 0)
2
Candidate disposes of waste material into biohazard bag correctly
(Award 2 marks for correct disposal or 0)
2
Sub-Total4
TASK 2: Cleaning of Taxidermy Tools
Candidate washes tools with detergent soap and water in plastic basin
(Award 3 marks for thorough washing or 0)
3
Candidate uses wire brush to remove dried residues on tools
(Award 3 marks for effective residue removal or 0)
3
Candidate rinses tools thoroughly with clean water after washing
(Award 2 marks for proper rinsing or 0)
2
Sub-Total8
TASK 3: Disinfection and Drying
Candidate applies 70% Isopropyl alcohol to tools for disinfection
(Award 3 marks for correct disinfection or 0)
3
Candidate dries tools using soft cloths without contamination
(Award 2 marks for proper drying or 0)
2
Sub-Total5
TASK 4: Cleaning and Sanitizing Workspace
Candidate removes debris from workspace surfaces using cleaning brush
(Award 2 marks for thorough debris removal or 0)
2
Candidate sprays disinfectant on workspace surfaces and wipes clean
(Award 3 marks for effective sanitizing or 0)
3
Sub-Total5
TASK 5: Organizing and Storing Tools
Candidate arranges cleaned tools neatly in storage container
(Award 3 marks for neat and proper organization or 0)
3
Candidate ensures all tools are accounted for and workspace is tidy
(Award 3 marks for completeness and tidiness or 0)
3
Sub-Total6
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
All taxidermy tools are visibly clean, disinfected, dry, and properly stored
(Award 5 marks for fully meeting criteria or 0)
5
Workspace surfaces are clean, disinfected, and free from biological residues
(Award 5 marks for fully meeting criteria or 0)
5
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL38
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Safe Disposal of Animal Biological Waste

Wildlife Management · Level 5
Taxidermy And Museum Techniques
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Collect and safely dispose of 5kg of animal biological waste into biohazard bags following institutional safety and environmental protocols.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Protective gloves (latex or nitrile)Heavy-duty biohazard waste bags
Face maskDisinfectant solution (10% bleach)
Plastic scoopsSharps container
PenWaste disposal bin with lid
Record logbook
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Heavy-duty biohazard waste bags3 pcs per Candidate
2Protective gloves (latex or nitrile)1 pair per Candidate
3Face mask1 per Candidate
4Disinfectant solution (e.g. 10% bleach)500 ml per Candidate
5Sharps container1 per Candidate
6Waste disposal bin with lid1 per Candidate
7Plastic scoops1 per Candidate
8Pen1 per Candidate
9Record logbook1 per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Candidate wears appropriate gloves and face mask before handling waste
(Award 2 marks if gloves and mask worn correctly, 0 if not)
2
Candidate washes hands or uses hand sanitizer before and after handling waste
(Award 1 mark if hand hygiene observed, 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total3
TASK 2: Collection and Containment of Biological Waste
Candidate uses plastic scoops to collect animal remains safely without direct contact
(Award 2 marks if no direct contact with waste, 0 otherwise)
2
Candidate places all biological waste into heavy-duty biohazard bags without spillage
(Award 2 marks if waste contained properly, 0 if spillage occurs)
2
Candidate seals the biohazard bags securely
(Award 1 mark if bags sealed properly, 0 if not)
1
Candidate disposes of sharps into designated sharps container
(Award 1 mark if sharps disposed correctly, 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total6
TASK 3: Cleaning and Disinfection
Candidate disinfects the working area and tools using 10% bleach solution after waste disposal
(Award 2 marks if thorough disinfection done, 0 if not)
2
Sub-Total2
TASK 4: Record Keeping and Final Disposal
Candidate correctly records type, quantity, and disposal date of biological waste in the logbook
(Award 2 marks if records are accurate and complete, 0 if not)
2
Candidate places sealed biohazard bags into waste disposal bin with lid
(Award 1 mark if bags placed properly, 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total3
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Biological waste collected equals approximately 5kg and is fully contained in sealed biohazard bags
(Award up to 4 marks for correct quantity and proper containment)
4
Working area and tools disinfected without residual contamination
(Award 3 marks if disinfection is complete and effective)
3
Accurate and legible records of waste disposal maintained in logbook
(Award 3 marks if records are clear and complete)
3
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL24
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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