Wildlife Management  ·  Level 5
Wildlife Management Techniques
Chapter 4: Capture and restrain wildlife
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Setting up wildlife capture traps in the field

Wildlife Management · Level 5
Wildlife Management 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.  Set up a wire mesh trap 1000mm long x 500mm wide x 500mm high and a soft nylon net trap 3m x 3m in the field according to safe capture protocols.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Wire mesh trap (1m x 0.5m x 0.5m)Bait (local fruits or meat)
Soft nylon net trap (3m x 3m)
Wooden trigger sticks
Bailing wire (2mm gauge)
Carabiner clips
Measuring tape (5m)
Gloves (heavy duty leather)
Field knife
Marking flags (plastic)
Notebook and pen
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Wire mesh trap (1m x 0.5m x 0.5m)1 Pc per Candidate
2Soft nylon net trap (3m x 3m)1 Pc per Candidate
3Wooden trigger sticks5 Pcs per Candidate
4Bailing wire (2mm gauge)5 meters per Candidate
5Carabiner clips4 Pcs per Candidate
6Measuring tape (5m)1 Pc per Candidate
7Gloves (heavy duty leather)1 Pair per Candidate
8Field knife1 Pc per Candidate
9Marking flags (plastic)10 Pcs per Candidate
10Bait (local fruits or meat)0.5 kg per Candidate
11Notebook and pen1 set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and PPE
Candidate wears appropriate field gear including boots and khaki clothing
(Award 2 marks for correct field gear worn, 0 if missing)
2
Candidate wears gloves before handling traps and bait
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use, 0 if missing)
2
Candidate demonstrates confidence and clear communication during setup
(Award 2 marks for confidence and audibility, 0 if lacking)
2
Sub-Total6
TASK 2: Setting up wire mesh trap
Candidate measures and marks trap location accurately using measuring tape
(Award 2 marks for correct measurement and marking, 0 if inaccurate)
2
Candidate assembles wire mesh trap to 1000mm x 500mm x 500mm dimensions
(Award 3 marks for correct assembly to dimensions, 0 if incorrect)
3
Candidate fixes wooden trigger sticks securely inside the trap
(Award 2 marks for secure trigger setup, 0 if insecure)
2
Candidate attaches bait safely inside the trap
(Award 2 marks for correct bait placement, 0 if missing or unsafe)
2
Sub-Total9
TASK 3: Setting up soft nylon net trap
Candidate selects and clears suitable site for net trap
(Award 2 marks for appropriate site selection and clearing, 0 if unsuitable)
2
Candidate deploys and secures net trap fully stretched 3m x 3m
(Award 3 marks for correct net deployment and tension, 0 if loose or incorrect)
3
Candidate uses carabiner clips and bailing wire to secure trap to trees or stakes
(Award 2 marks for secure attachment, 0 if insecure)
2
Candidate uses marking flags to mark trap perimeter clearly
(Award 1 mark for clear marking, 0 if missing)
1
Sub-Total8
TASK 4: Documentation and safety
Candidate records trap type, location, and bait used accurately in notebook
(Award 3 marks for complete and accurate records, 0 if incomplete)
3
Candidate demonstrates safe handling and clearing of equipment post-setup
(Award 2 marks for safe handling, 0 if unsafe)
2
Sub-Total5
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Wire mesh trap assembled to 1000mm x 500mm x 500mm with secure trigger and bait placement
(Award 5 marks for correct dimensions and trap functionality, 0 if incorrect)
5
Soft nylon net trap deployed fully stretched 3m x 3m, securely fixed and clearly marked
(Award 5 marks for correct net dimensions and secure fixing, 0 if incorrect)
5
Trap locations correctly recorded and marked with flags
(Award 4 marks for correct location marking and documentation, 0 if missing or incorrect)
4
Sub-Total14
GRAND TOTAL42
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Deploy and handle capture nets for wildlife safely

Wildlife Management · Level 5
Wildlife Management 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.  Deploy and handle a 3m x 3m capture net to safely restrain a medium-sized mammal as per standard wildlife capture techniques.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Capture net (3m x 3m, nylon mesh, 1.5cm mesh size)Khaki/green field gear (Shirt and trousers)
Protective gloves (Leather, pair)Field boots
Measuring tape (5m)Safari hat or cap
Marker pen
Whistle
Notebook and pen
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Capture net (3m x 3m, nylon mesh, 1.5cm mesh size)1 Pc per Candidate
2Protective gloves (Leather, pair)1 Pair per Candidate
3Field boots (Size matched)1 Pair per Candidate
4Khaki/green field gear (Shirt and trousers)1 Set per Candidate
5Safari hat or cap1 Pc per Candidate
6Measuring tape (5m)1 Pc per Candidate
7Marker pen1 Pc per Candidate
8First aid kit1 Kit per 5 Candidates
9Whistle1 Pc per Candidate
10Notebook and pen1 Set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and Personal Safety
Candidate wearing complete field gear (boots, khaki/green clothing, hat)
(Award 2 marks for full correct gear worn, 1 mark partial, 0 none)
2
Candidate wearing protective gloves correctly before net deployment
(Award 2 marks for correct use, 0 otherwise)
2
Candidate demonstrates clear audibility when communicating with team
(Award 1 mark for clear communication, 0 otherwise)
1
Candidate shows confidence and calmness during the capture process
(Award 2 marks for confident handling, 0 otherwise)
2
Sub-Total7
TASK 2: Net Deployment and Capture Technique
Candidate correctly measures and unfolds the 3m x 3m net
(Award 2 marks for accurate measurement and unfolding, 0 otherwise)
2
Candidate deploys net smoothly without tangling
(Award 3 marks for smooth, efficient deployment, 0 otherwise)
3
Candidate positions net to safely capture animal without harm
(Award 3 marks for safe positioning, 0 otherwise)
3
Candidate uses whistle and signals appropriately during capture
(Award 1 mark for correct signaling, 0 otherwise)
1
Sub-Total9
TASK 3: Handling and Restraint Post-Capture
Candidate approaches captured animal calmly and safely
(Award 2 marks for calm and safe approach, 0 otherwise)
2
Candidate restrains animal using net without causing injury
(Award 4 marks for proper restraint technique, 0 otherwise)
4
Candidate records capture details accurately in notebook
(Award 2 marks for correct recording, 0 otherwise)
2
Sub-Total8
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Net dimensions confirmed as 3m x 3m and mesh intact
(Award 2 marks for correct net size and no damage, 0 otherwise)
2
Captured animal restrained safely without visible injury
(Award 4 marks if animal is safely restrained, 0 otherwise)
4
Net deployment area is clear, and net is untangled post-capture
(Award 2 marks for proper post-use net condition, 0 otherwise)
2
Sub-Total8
GRAND TOTAL32
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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