Wildlife Management  ·  Level 5
Wildlife Management Techniques
Chapter 5: Apply wildlife husbandry techniques
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Safe Capture and Restraint of a Wild Animal

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

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Safely capture and restrain a wild impala using a capture net and rope, then secure it inside a transport crate measuring 1200mm x 800mm x 800mm as per wildlife husbandry protocols.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Capture net (3m x 3m, mesh size 25mm)Khaki/green field gear (shirt and trousers)
Rope (10mm diameter, 10m length)Field boots
WhistleWide-brimmed hat or cape
Transport crate (1.2m x 0.8m x 0.8m)Thick leather gloves
First aid kit
Notebook and pen
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Khaki/green field gear (shirt and trousers)1 set per Candidate
2Field boots1 pair per Candidate
3Wide-brimmed hat or cape1 per Candidate
4Thick leather gloves1 pair per Candidate
5Capture net (3m x 3m, mesh size 25mm)1 per Candidate
6Rope (10mm diameter, 10m length)1 per Candidate
7Transport crate (1.2m x 0.8m x 0.8m)1 per Candidate
8First aid kit1 per Candidate
9Whistle1 per Candidate
10Notebook and pen1 set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and Personal Protective Equipment
Candidate wears complete field gear including boots, khaki/green shirt and trousers, and hat/cape
(Award 2 marks for complete correct attire or 0)
2
Candidate uses thick leather gloves before attempting capture
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use or 0)
2
Candidate demonstrates clear communication and audibility using the whistle
(Award 2 marks for effective signal use or 0)
2
Sub-Total6
TASK 2: Capture Procedure
Candidate approaches the impala calmly and quietly minimizing stress
(Award 3 marks for calm approach or 0)
3
Candidate deploys capture net correctly covering the animal swiftly
(Award 4 marks for proper net deployment or 0)
4
Candidate uses rope to safely restrain the impala without harm
(Award 4 marks for safe and effective restraint or 0)
4
Sub-Total11
TASK 3: Securing and Transport
Candidate lifts and places the restrained impala carefully into the transport crate
(Award 3 marks for safe handling or 0)
3
Candidate secures the crate door ensuring the animal cannot escape
(Award 3 marks for proper crate securing or 0)
3
Candidate records capture details in notebook accurately
(Award 2 marks for complete and legible notes or 0)
2
Sub-Total8
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Impala is safely restrained with no visible injury or stress marks
(Award 5 marks if animal is safely restrained or 0)
5
Impala is securely contained inside the transport crate measuring 1200mm x 800mm x 800mm
(Award 4 marks for correct crate use and animal containment or 0)
4
All equipment is clean and in good condition after use
(Award 3 marks for proper equipment care or 0)
3
Sub-Total12
GRAND TOTAL37
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Administer Basic Veterinary Care to a Wounded Wildebeest

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.  Administer veterinary care by vaccinating and dressing a 50 cm x 10 cm wound on a wildebeest as per standard wildlife husbandry protocols.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Protective glovesAntibiotic injection vial (Oxytetracycline 20%)
Syringe 5 mlVaccine vial (Rinderpest vaccine)
Needle 21GSterile gauze pads
Restraint ropeAntiseptic solution (Povidone-iodine)
Notebook and penBandaging roll (10 cm wide)
Disinfectant spray (70% alcohol)
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Protective gloves1 Pair per Candidate
2Syringe 5 ml2 Pcs per Candidate
3Needle 21G4 Pcs per Candidate
4Antibiotic injection vial (Oxytetracycline 20%)1 Vial per Candidate
5Vaccine vial (Rinderpest vaccine)1 Vial per Candidate
6Sterile gauze pads10 Pcs per Candidate
7Antiseptic solution (Povidone-iodine)50 ml per Candidate
8Bandaging roll (10 cm wide)1 Roll per Candidate
9Disinfectant spray (70% alcohol)50 ml per Candidate
10Restraint rope 5 m1 Piece per Candidate
11Notebook and pen1 Set per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Preparation and PPE
Wears protective gloves before handling the animal
(Award 2 marks for correct PPE use or 0)
2
Prepares syringes and needles aseptically
(Award 2 marks for correct aseptic preparation or 0)
2
Sub-Total4
TASK 2: Animal Restraint and Wound Cleaning
Properly restrains the wildebeest using the rope without causing undue stress
(Award 3 marks for safe and effective restraint or 0)
3
Cleans the wound area thoroughly with antiseptic solution
(Award 3 marks for thorough cleaning or 0)
3
Sub-Total6
TASK 3: Vaccination and Antibiotic Administration
Administers correct dose of Rinderpest vaccine intramuscularly
(Award 4 marks for correct vaccination technique or 0)
4
Administers Oxytetracycline injection correctly around the wound site
(Award 4 marks for correct antibiotic administration or 0)
4
Sub-Total8
TASK 4: Wound Dressing and Documentation
Applies sterile gauze pads and bandages securely over the wound
(Award 3 marks for proper dressing application or 0)
3
Disposes of used needles and materials safely
(Award 2 marks for proper disposal or 0)
2
Records treatment details accurately in notebook
(Award 3 marks for complete and legible documentation or 0)
3
Sub-Total8
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Wound dressing covers entire 50 cm x 10 cm wound and is secure
(Award 4 marks for correct wound coverage and secure dressing or 0)
4
Vaccination and antibiotic injections given at correct sites with no signs of injury
(Award 4 marks for correct injection sites and technique or 0)
4
Sub-Total8
GRAND TOTAL34
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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