Core pathway

• What are some hazards in the animal management sector?

  Lone working, hazardous materials, equipment
• What risks are associated with zoonoses?

  Infection from animals to humans
• What control measure can help with risk awareness in animal management?

  Carrying a mobile phone or radio
• How does the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 impact animal management?

  It outlines responsibilities for safety
• What does RIDDOR stand for?

  Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
• What is the purpose of the Equality Act 2010 in the workplace?

  To prevent discrimination in employment
• What is a key control measure for handling hazardous substances?

  Using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• What are the five Rs of waste management?

  Refuse, reduce, reuse, repurpose, recycle
• What are the types of waste in the animal management sector?

  • Consumable
  • Non-consumable
  • Commercial
  • Domestic
  • Laboratory
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Infectious clinical
  • Non-infectious clinical
  • Organic
  • Inorganic
  • Recyclable
  • Non-recyclable
  • Hazardous
  • Biohazardous
• What is the consequence of non-compliance with waste management regulations?

  Financial implications and prosecution
• What is the importance of ongoing dynamic risk assessment?

  To adapt to changing environments and risks
• What should be done in case of a power cut in an animal management facility?

  Follow the emergency action plan
• How do the Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 impact manual handling practices?

  They set safety standards for lifting
• What are the five factors in the HSE directive for lifting?

  Task, load, environment, capability, other factors
• What are the implications of not following health and safety legislation?

  • Prosecution
  • Health and safety issues
  • Possible fines
  • Personal injury claims
• What is the purpose of waste management plans in animal environments?

  To manage waste effectively and reduce costs
• What is the role of DEFRA in emergency situations?

  To provide guidance and support
• What should be done when encountering a medical emergency?

  Ensure safety and follow the emergency plan
• How do zoonotic diseases impact animal management practices?

  They require strict biosecurity measures
• What are the key principles of safe manual handling?

  • Assess the task and load
  • Consider the working environment
  • Evaluate individual capability
  • Use lifting aids when necessary
• What is the significance of the Environmental Protection Act 1990?

  It regulates waste management practices
• What are the consequences of ineffective waste management?

  Financial loss and environmental damage
• What should be done if there is a disease outbreak in an animal facility?

  Implement the emergency action plan
• How does the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) impact animal management?

  It regulates the use of hazardous substances
• What are the types of PPE used in animal management?

  • Eye protection
  • Masks
  • Barrier cream
  • Gloves
  • Aprons
  • Overalls
  • Appropriate footwear
  • Ear defenders
  • Protective headgear
• What is the purpose of the Smoke Free Regulations 2006?

  To regulate smoking in public places
• What is the importance of accident and incident reporting?

  To ensure compliance with RIDDOR
• What should be done if there is a chemical spill?

  Follow the emergency action plan
• How do environmental factors affect biosecurity in animal management?

  They influence disease spread and control
• What are zoonotic diseases?

  Diseases transmitted from animals to humans
• What is the role of APHA?

  Animal and Plant Health Agency
• What are movement and restriction zones for notifiable diseases?

  Areas designated for disease surveillance and control
• What are the implications of a lack of biosecurity?

  • Risk to wider community
  • Reduction in performance
  • Reduction in business
  • Reputational damage
  • Negative publicity
  • Effects on staff stress and wellbeing
  • Loss of stock
  • Animal welfare issues
  • Environmental impact
  • Economic consequences
• What are biosecurity risk factors in animal management?

  • Environmental: humidity, ventilation, temperature, construction materials, waste
  • Animal health: carrier status, vaccination status, stocking density
  • Husbandry: food/water provision, hygiene
• What is included in the supply chain for animal management?

  Raw materials, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors
• How does legislation impact the supply chain in animal management?

  It regulates practices and ensures compliance
• What does CITES stand for?

  Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species
• Why is ethical sourcing important in the supply chain?

  It ensures animal welfare and sustainability
• What are the welfare standards in ethical sourcing of animals?

  • Pet trade
  • Dealers
  • Reputable breeders
  • Wild-caught
  • Captive-hatched
  • Captive-bred
• What services are included in the animal management supply chain?

  Live feed distributors, wholesalers, crematorium