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Qualifications Pack- Broiler Farm Worker

Contents 1. Introduction and Contacts.…….P1

2. Qualifications Pack……….….......P2

3. OS Units……………..…..…….……….P3

4. Glossary of Key Terms ……….…P31

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What are

Occupational Standards(OS)?

OS describe what

individuals need to do, know and understand in order to carry out a particular job role or function

OS are

performance standards that individuals must achieve when carrying out functions in the workplace, together with specifications of the underpinning knowledge and understanding

Cont act Us: Agriculture Skill Council of India, K 59, South City I, Gurgaon – 122018, Haryana E mail: [email protected]

SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED

SUB-SECTOR: AGRICULTURE ALLIED ACTIVITY

OCCUPATION: POULTRY FARMING

REFERENCE ID: AGR/Q4302

ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004/6122.30

Broiler Farm Worker: Broiler Farm Worker, also known as Poultry Farm

Assistant is responsible for handling various activities involved in broiler

chicken rearing at poultry farm

Brief Job Description: The individual at work prepares the poultry farm

for placement of chicks, carry out their feed; water; litter; brooding and

health management to raise broiler chicks according to market’s

standards

Personal Attributes: The job requires the individual to have: good eyesight and observation ability, attention to details, ability to work in a team, goal orientation, health safety and hazards orientation, willingness to wear protective gears and the stamina for long hours of work.

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Introduction

QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED INDUSTRY

Qualifications Pack For Broiler Poultry Farm Worker

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Qualifications Pack Code AGR/Q4302

Job Role Broiler Farm Worker

Credits (NSQF)

[OPTIONAL] TBD Version number 1.0

Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 05/04/14

Sub-sector Agriculture allied activity Last reviewed on 24/06/14

Occupation Poultry Farming Next review date 24/06/15

Job Role Broiler Farm Worker / Poultry Farm Assistant

Role Description

The individual prepares the poultry farm for placement of chicks, carry out their feed; water; litter; brooding and health management to raise broiler chicks according to market’s standards

NSQF level

Minimum Educational Qualifications*

Maximum Educational Qualifications*

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No entry level barrier

Not Applicable

Training (Suggested but not mandatory)

Not Applicable

Experience Not Applicable

Applicable National Occupational Standards (NOS)

Compulsory:

1. AGR/ N4306 Understand work requirements

2. AGR/ N4307 Prepare broiler shed for placement of

chicks

3. AGR/ N4308 Carry out brooding management

4. AGR/ N4309 Health management of chicks

5. AGR/ N4310 Maintain farm equipments, building and

environment

6. AGR/ N4311 Maintain personal health and safety

Optional: Not applicable

Performance Criteria As described in the relevant OS units

Job

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AGR/N4306 Understand work requirements

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Overview

This unit is about understanding various activities required for raising broiler chicks from the

poultry farm supervisor.


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Unit Code AGR /N4306

Unit Title (Task)

Understand work requirements

Description This OS unit is about understanding various activities required for raising broiler chicks from the poultry farm supervisor

Scope This unit/task covers the following:

Understand about site selection

Understand about resource requirements

Achieve productivity and quality standards

Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope

Element Performance Criteria Understand about site selection

To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. understand the site selection criterion for poultry shed and its design

specifications from the poultry farm supervisor PC2. understand poultry farm location with respect to road, residence, nearby

poultry / animal / bird farm, market and available veterinary services of the area

PC3. understand the orientation of the poultry farm with respect to sunlight, its water requirements, height of roof, roofing material required for insulation in different seasons

PC4. understand about type of vegetation required in the poultry farm and at what distance

Understand resource requirements

To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC5. understand the requirements of different resources like broiler chicks, feed,

equipments, man power, water, litter material etc PC6. understand the requirements of equipments for broiler farming like brooders,

chick guards, various kinds of feeder & drinker, hover for providing required temperature etc.

PC7. estimate the quantity requirement of each resource to raise set number of broilers

PC8. prepare the final list of resources required along with their quantity in consultation with poultry farm supervisor


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC9. understand all the requirements for setting up a poultry farm as per standards PC10. estimate all the required resources correctly for raising broiler chicks PC11. ensure availability of quantity of material with the help of poultry farm

supervisor for achieving target of broiler production

Knowledge and Understanding (K)

A. Organizational Context

(Knowledge of

the company /

organization and

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. company’s policies on inventory management KA2. company’s reporting structure KA3. importance of the individual’s role in the workflow

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its processes)

B. Technical Knowledge

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. different environmental, feed, water, light requirements to produce different

quality of broilers KB2. type of site required for poultry shed construction KB3. kind of material required for shed construction KB4. type of equipments required for poultry production KB5. environmentally sound methods for raising broiler chicks KB6. broilers' welfare requirements and how to promote their health and well-being KB7. any legislation; codes or guidelines of best practice in broilers welfare and

accommodation

Skills (S)

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills

Reading and writing skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to read guidelines for setting up poultry farm SA2. to read company’s work instructions SA3. to write material requirements list for getting materials from supervisor SA4. to document materials received information as per company’s policy

Communication skills

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: SA5. listen to supervisor to capture information on quantity and variety of materials

required SA6. communicate with co-workers about specifications of site and resources required

for setting up poultry farm

B. Professional

Skills

Decision Making

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. how to select good work practices and appropriate equipments for poultry farm

Plan and Organize

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB2. schedule task and activities for shed construction, drawing up priorities; allocate

start time and estimation of completion time SB3. organize materials, equipment and assistance required for setting up poultry

farm

Analytical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. analyze the requirements of setting up poultry farm


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NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N4306

Credits (NSQF)


Industry Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 05/04/14

Industry Sub-sector Agriculture allied activity

Last reviewed on 24/06/14

Next review date 24/06/15

AGR/N4307 Prepare broiler shed for placement of chicks

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Overview This unit is about preparing the poultry farm for placement of chicks


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Unit Title (Task)

Prepare farm for placement of chicks

Description This OS is about preparing the broiler shed for placement of chicks


Clean and disinfect the area

Create chick comfort environment



Element Performance Criteria Clean and disinfect the area

To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. clean empty rooms, sheds and its surrounding area thoroughly between flocks

after removing any visible manure and dirt PC2. clean all chick guards, feeding and watering equipment PC3. clean all the ventilation openings and ensure they are unobstructed PC4. clear moisture, dust and ammonia levels by using fans PC5. disinfect empty rooms thoroughly by fumigation / spray as per supervisor’s

instruction PC6. disinfect all the equipments thoroughly PC7. clean and disinfect water tanks and equipment PC8. clean and sanitize the incoming water through chlorination and filtration before

being distributed to different working areas PC9. ensure sanitary dry out procedure as directed by the supervisor prior to chick

placement

Create chick comfort environment

To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC10. arrange chick guard in a circular manner and fill with litter material for day old

chicks (DOC) PC11. ensure adequate light and heat in the area to make the place warm

appropriately PC12. ensure that chicks are protected physically from predators PC13. ensure that chicks don’t have access to poisons like pesticides or unused

medications located in the poultry farm PC14. ensure that adequate clean water at room temperature is available for the

chicks PC15. provide fresh, dust free feed in flat pans, trays or paper sheeting in the brooder

area to ensure chicks easy access to it PC16. ensure seasonal management of the internal environment of the poultry farm

by using proper insulation / opening the sides of the farm PC17. report problems related to creation of chick comfort environment to farm

supervisor in a timely manner


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC18. ensure correct exposure to target areas to fumigation PC19. use correct dosages of fumigants to disinfect the area

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PC20. dispose of unused fumigation chemicals and plastic sheets in environmental friendly way

PC21. use chemicals for disinfection without getting the ill effects of exposure PC22. store fumigants and pesticides at one place away from the brooding area PC23. ensure harmless, soft, fibrous, moisture absorbing suitable litter material PC24. create good comfortable environment for incoming one day old chicks


B. Organizational Context

(Knowledge of

the company /

organization and

its processes)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. company’s policies on poultry farm management KA2. company’s HR policies and incentives KA3. company’s reporting structure KA4. importance of the individual’s role in the workflow


The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. how to use chemicals for disinfection of the area KB2. how to use personal protective equipments for spraying the chemicals KB3. how to store chemicals safely in the poultry farm KB4. the correct dosages of chemicals used for disinfection KB5. the correct procedure of chemical usages KB6. the correct way of disposal of chemical bottles and unused liquid in an

environmentally friendly way KB7. what are the crucial areas for doing effective sanitation KB8. the kind of preparedness required for DOC placement KB9. specific environment and conditions for DOC KB10. quality of chicks to be placed KB11. infrastructure requirements for protection of chicks from predators KB12. specific poultry production systems, such as layers, broilers and breeders KB13. early chick management, grower management and grown up bird management KB14. seasonal and day-night management practices of raising broiler chicks during

the brooding stage KB15. maintaining proper ventilation, light, water and feed requirements for raising

broiler chicks KB16. age wise feeding programmes, correct nutritional diet and water requirements

for broiler chicks KB17. proper handling of broiler chicks at different stages of growth KB18. best practices of poultry farm management KB19. use of personal protective equipments KB20. poultry farm’s waste disposal methods KB21. broilers' welfare requirements and how to promote their health and well-being KB22. any legislation; codes or guidelines of best practice in broilers welfare and

accommodation


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Skills (S)

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills

Listening Skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to listen carefully to the instructions given by the supervisor about the frequency

and dosage of fumigant to be applied SA2. to listen to co-workers if any assistance is required in their work

Oral Communication

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: SA3. communicate clearly and effectively to co-workers and supervisor about

requirements of preparing the farm for new chicks

A. Professional

Skills

Chemical handling

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. how chemicals should be sprayed SB2. how personal protection needs to be done while handling hazardous chemicals

Usages of tools / equipments

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB3. how to use sprayer SB4. how to use personal protective equipments


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NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N4307

Credits (NSQF)






AGR/N4308 Carry out brooding management

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Overview

This unit is about carrying out brooding management for chicks.


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Unit Title (Task)

Carry out brooding management

Description This OS is about carrying out brooding management for chicks.


Induct chicks

Perform Debeaking



Element Performance Criteria Induct chicks To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to:

PC1. ensure room and shed is adequately warmed PC2. counting and sorting the quality DOC and releasing in brooder PC3. provide water and feed periodically as per supervisor’s instruction PC4. ensure adequate care and monitoring at frequent interval PC5. remove littered news paper and alert chicks periodically

Perform Debeaking To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC6. ensure that blade to be used for debeaking is clean, sterilized and adequately

hot PC7. cut the upper beak to the necessary extent as directed by supervisor PC8. ensure that no damage is caused to nostrils and other organs during this process PC9. observe the debeaked chicks for behavioural abnormalities


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC10. ensure uniform temperature and humidity throughout the brooding area PC11. ensure clean and disinfected atmosphere in the brooding area PC12. ensure harmless, soft, fibrous, moisture absorbing suitable litter material PC13. ensure hygiene and quantity of litter material along with stirring/raking

processes



(Knowledge of

the company /

organization and

its processes)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. company’s policies on: materials purchase and quality management KA2. company’s reporting structure KA3. company’s product portfolio related to broilers KA4. importance of the individual’s role in the workflow


The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. depth of trimming which needs to be done. (Trimming has to be done in a way

not to affect lower beak and nostrils) KB2. thumb rules to monitor temperature, humidity and DOC comfort KB3. the technique to manage brooding KB4. specific environment and conditions for DOC KB5. quantity of equipments required KB6. stocking density for broiler chickens

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KB7. requirement of farm’s environment control in different climatic conditions of the locality

KB8. seasonal and day-night management practices of raising broiler chicks during the brooding stage

KB9. the kind of preparedness required for DOC placement KB10. quality of chicks to be placed KB11. the kind of material required for brooding KB12. the use and handling of litter KB13. the benefits of using litter material in poultry production KB14. maintaining proper ventilation, light, water for raising broiler chicks KB15. effect of temperature and humidity on growth rate and ammonia production KB16. good brooding and litter management practices KB17. age wise feeding programs, correct nutritional diet and water requirements for

broiler chicks KB18. proper handling of broiler chicks at different stages of growth KB19. best practices of poultry farm management KB20. use of personal protective equipments KB21. poultry farm’s waste disposal practices KB22. environmentally sound methods for raising broiler chicks KB23. broilers' welfare requirements and how to promote their health and well-being KB24. any legislation; codes or guidelines of best practice in broilers welfare and

accommodation

Skills (S)

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills


The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to read about brooding management SA2. to document necessary parameters of brooding management as per company’s

policy


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: SA3. communicate clearly and effectively with co-workers and supervisor on brooding

management

B. Professional

Skills

Decision Making

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. select the brooding material and quality DOC

SB2. select appropriate drinking and feeding equipments for DOC SB3. select the quantity of equipments

SB4. select appropriate heating and lighting source

Plan and Organize

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB5. schedule task and activities for placement of chicks and drawing up priorities; SB6. allocate start time, estimation of completion time and materials, equipment and


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assistance required for completion

Precision handling skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB7. carefully handle the chick while debeaking SB8. cut the beak to the essential extent

Blade cutting skills

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: SB9. handle hot blades


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NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N4308

Credits (NSQF)






AGR/N4309 Health management of chicks

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Overview

This unit is about maintaining the health of broiler chick to get the quality chickens as per

market standards


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Unit Title (Task)

Health management of chicks

Description This OS is about maintaining the health of broiler chick and workers to get the quality chickens as per market’s standards


Provide balanced feed

Provide preventive medical care



Element Performance Criteria Provide balanced feed

To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. provide correct type of balanced feed to broiler chicks as per the market’s

standards PC2. follow the scientific feeding program as per the growth stages of chicks PC3. ensure that feeder and waterer are placed at a level accessible to chicks PC4. document the feed record as per company’s policy

Provide preventive medical care

To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC5. ensure that litter used in the farm house is dry to prevent disease spread PC6. ensure that any dead chick is removed and disposed off promptly according to

regional regulations and company’s SOP PC7. vaccinate chicks as per the vaccination schedule PC8. provide special vaccination for disease prevalent in the area after consultation

with farm supervisor PC9. assess the medical requirements of chicks from their day-to-day activity and

behaviour PC10. document the preventive medication record as per company’s policy


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC11. ensure minimum mortality rate of broiler chicks PC12. ensure final weight, abdominal and carcass fat level and breast yield of farm’s

broiler chickens as per market’s standards



(Knowledge of

the company /

organization

and its

processes)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. company’s policies on: variety and type of feed and overall feed management KA2. company’s reporting structure KA3. importance of the individual’s role in the workflow


The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. different types of feeds for chicks at different stages KB2. different environmental, feed, water, light requirements to produce quality

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broilers KB3. how to assess the feed requirements of broiler chicks from their weight, feed

efficiency KB4. stocking density for broiler chickens KB5. vaccination schedule and their doses for broiler chicks KB6. medication processes and care to be taken during vaccination / or any other

medication KB7. handling of vaccines / medicines properly KB8. knowledge about disease transmission from bird to bird, human to bird and vice

versa KB9. knowledge about good brooding management KB10. knowledge about reportable diseases KB11. knowledge about debeaking procedure KB12. diseases prevalent at different growth stages of broiler chicks KB13. infrastructure requirements for protection of chicks from predators KB14. maintaining proper ventilation, light, water, moisture for raising broiler chicks KB15. effect of heat and moisture on growth rate and ammonia production KB16. age wise feeding programs, types of feed and water requirements for broiler

chicks KB17. common diseases of broiler chicks, their causative organisms, symptoms,

vaccination schedule, day-to-day management of common diseases KB18. proper handling of broiler chicks at different stages of growth KB19. best practices of poultry farm management KB20. the indicators of broiler’s health and development and signs of ill health KB21. storage of feed, water and maintaining their quality KB22. use of personal protective equipments KB23. Poultry farm’s waste disposal methods KB24. broilers' welfare requirements and how to promote their health and well-being KB25. any legislation; codes or guidelines of best practice in broilers welfare and

accommodation KB26. performance parameters and indicators of poultry farm

Skills (S)

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills


The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to read about vaccination and preventive medical care of chicks SA2. to read instructions on vaccination bottle and label about their usages and

dosages SA3. to document medical record of chicks as per company’s policy


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: SA4. communicate supervisor about the physical symptoms of chicks SA5. receive instructions from supervisor on vaccination / preventive medical care

A. Professional Decision Making


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Skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. when to consult supervisor for medical care of chicks SB2. when to inform supervisor about the abnormal behaviour and movements of

chicks

Plan and Organize

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. take the vaccination history when purchasing day old chicks from the suppliers

and plan about vaccination and preventive medical care SB4. how to arrange vaccinations and medicines from supervisor

Problem solving

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SB5. to treat routine medical problems of chicks in consultation with supervisor

Analytical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB6. analyze the medical requirements of chicks based on their activity and behaviour


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NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N4309

Credits (NSQF)






AGR/N4310 Maintain farm equipments, building and environment

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Overview

This unit is about maintaining poultry farm equipments, building and environment.


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Unit Title (Task)

Maintain farm equipments, building and environment

Description This OS is about maintaining poultry farm equipments, building and environment.


Maintain farm equipments

Maintain physical infrastructure

Maintain farm environment



Element Performance Criteria Maintain farm equipments

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. perform visual inspection of farm tools and equipments daily PC2. check that all tools and equipments like Hover chick guards, oven, various kinds

of feeders and water troughs etc are in working and usable condition PC3. ensure that there are no water leakage, blockage or cracks in them PC4. check that plastic / rubber water pipes are not kinked or blocked PC5. clean all the tools and equipments daily after use PC6. get the tools and equipments repaired whenever they are not in working

condition

Maintain physical infrastructure

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC7. perform visual inspection of the physical infrastructure daily PC8. ensure that all the areas are well lit PC9. ensure that there is no bare or damaged electrical wire PC10. ensure that screws of main plug are tight and there is damaged electrical board PC11. check for all lights and brooder rings are in working conditions PC12. check for any water tap, connector or pipe is not leaking or blocked PC13. ensure that there is no seepage in the walls PC14. check for all the sewerage outlets / holes are unblocked

Maintain farm environment

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC15. clean the poultry farm and its surrounding area daily PC16. clean the empty rooms thoroughly between batches after removing any visible

manure and dirt PC17. remove any dead chick promptly and dispose them according to company’s SOP

/ regional regulations PC18. disinfect empty rooms and sheds thoroughly by fumigation / spray as per

supervisor’s instruction PC19. clean all feeding, watering, and brooding equipments PC20. carry out sanitary dry out procedure prior to bird placement as per supervisor’s

instructions PC21. clean and disinfect water tanks and equipment on a regular basis after use and

before starting a new production cycle PC22. clean and disinfect the incoming water through chlorination and filtration

before being distributed to different working areas PC23. adjust temperature of water before it enters production units

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PC24. ensure all facilities receive water of the same quality PC25. ensure that all the ventilation openings are clean and unobstructed PC26. ensure maintenance of adequate air circulations to have consistent good air

quality PC27. ensure moisture, dust and ammonia levels are within permissible levels by using

fans PC28. ensure that chicks don’t contact poisons like insecticides, pesticides or unused

medications located in the poultry farm PC29. ensure that litter materials (wood shavings, chopped straw etc) are evenly

spread throughout the brooding area to an appropriate depth PC30. provide fresh, dust free feed in flat pans, trays or paper sheeting in the brooder

area to ensure chicks easy access to it PC31. ensure adequate light and heat in the brooding area


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC32. ensure uniform temperature throughout the brooding area PC33. ensure clean and disinfected atmosphere in the poultry farm PC34. ensure minimum mortality rate of broiler chick



(Knowledge of

the company /

organization and

its processes)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. company’s policies on: materials purchase; vendor selection and quality

management KA2. company’s reporting structure KA3. company’s product portfolio related to broilers KA4. importance of the individual’s role in the workflow


The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. different environmental, feed, water, light requirements to produce quality

broilers KB2. stocking density for broiler chickens KB3. infrastructure requirements for protection of chicks from predators KB4. specific poultry production systems, such as broilers and breeders KB5. requirement of farm’s environment control in different climatic conditions of

the locality KB6. seasonal and day-night management practices of raising broiler chicks during

the brooding stage KB7. maintaining proper ventilation, light, water, temperature and humidity for

raising broiler chicks KB8. type of equipments required for broiler poultry farm KB9. type of materials required for shed construction KB10. good brooding and litter management practices KB11. poultry shed design specifications, distance required between two sheds and

between the poultry farm and residential houses for proper raising of broiler chicks

KB12. age wise feeding programs, type of feed and water requirements for broiler chicks

KB13. proper handling of broiler chicks at different stages of growth


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KB14. best practices of poultry farm management KB15. the indicators of broiler’s health and development and signs of ill health KB16. use of personal protective equipments KB17. poultry farm’s waste disposal practices KB18. environmentally sound methods for raising broiler chicks KB19. broilers' welfare requirements and how to promote their health and well-being KB20. any legislation; codes or guidelines of best practice in broilers welfare and

accommodation

Skills (S)

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills


The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to read manuals for poultry farm management SA2. to document broiler chicks growth parameters as per company’s policy


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: SA3. listen to supervisor to get work instructions SA4. communicate clearly and effectively with co-workers on day-to-day activities

B. Professional

Skills

Decision Making

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. what measures to be taken to maintain farm equipments, physical infrastructure

and environment

Plan and Organize

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB2. how to maintain farm equipments, infrastructure and environment as per

supervisor’s instructions

Analytical Thinking

The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. analyze the condition of tools and equipment before deciding on their

replacements


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NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N4310

Credits (NSQF)






AGR/N4311 Maintain personal health & safety

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Overview

This unit is about managing personal health and safety.


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Unit Title (Task)

Maintain personal health & safety

Description This OS unit is about managing health and safety of poultry farm workers.

Scope This unit/ task covers the following:

Work safely

Maintain personal health and hygiene



Element Performance Criteria Work safely To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to:

PC1. know about works for which protective clothing or equipment is required PC2. wear appropriate protective clothing or use equipment while performing those

duties PC3. perform all procedures and work instructions for controlling operational risk PC4. understand the hazards of use and contamination mentioned on labels of

vaccine / medication / pesticides / fumigants bottles PC5. take safety measures when handling chemicals used for disinfection PC6. check all tools and equipments before operating them PC7. dispose of waste safely and correctly in a designated area as per company’s SOP PC8. perform the duties in a manner which minimizes environmental damage PC9. report any accidents, incidents or problems without delay to farm supervisor

and take necessary immediate action to reduce further danger

Maintain personal health and hygiene

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC10. maintain personal hygiene necessary for farm worker PC11. undergo regular preventive health check up by designated doctor PC12. take prompt treatment in case of illness from the designated doctor PC13. follow SOPs for dealing with accidents, fires or any other type of emergencies


To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC14. create odourless and clean environment at poultry farm PC15. ensure no productivity loss or absenteeism from work due to illness PC16. ensure no accident at work



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its processes)

The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. company’s policies on: personal health and occupational hazard management KA2. company’s HR policies KA3. company’s reporting structure KA4. importance of the individual’s role in the workflow


The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. farm worker’s hygiene requirements KB2. farm workers’ health related health and safety legislation KB3. what personal protective equipment and clothing should be worn and how it is

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cared for KB4. the correct and safe way to use materials and equipment at poultry farm KB5. safe disposal methods for waste KB6. methods for minimizing environmental damage during work KB7. first aid treatment at workplace

Skills (S)

A. Core Skills/

Generic Skills

Reading and Writing Skills

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: SA1. to report medical problems to the farm supervisor in a timely manner

SA2. to read instructions on vaccination bottle and label about their usages and

dosages

SA3. to read instruction manuals for hand tool and equipments

SA4. to read SOPs and work instructions

Communication Skills

To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: SA5. communicate supervisor about the physical symptoms SA6. receive instructions from doctor and supervisor on medical care

B. Professional

Skills

Decision Making

The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. how to select appropriate hand tools and personal protection devices SB2. how to identify first aid needs in case and of injury


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NOS Version Control

NOS Code AGR/N4311

Credits (NSQF)







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Keywords /Terms Description

Sector Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar business and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests.

Sub-sector Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components.

Occupation Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/ related set of functions in an industry.

Function Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or an area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of OS.

Sub-function Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfil the achieving the objectives of the function.

Job role Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organisation.

Occupational Standards (OS)

OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and understanding they need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global contexts.

Performance Criteria Performance criteria are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task.

National Occupational Standards (OS)

NOS are occupational standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context.

Qualifications Pack (QP) QP comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A QP is assigned a unique qualifications pack code.

Unit Code Unit code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is denoted by an ‘N’

Unit Title Unit title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do.

Description Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS they are looking for.

Scope Scope is a set of statements specifying the range of variables that an individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have a critical impact on quality of performance required.

Knowledge and Understanding

Knowledge and understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organisational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard.

Organisational Context Organisational context includes the way the organisation is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility.

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Technical Knowledge Technical knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities.

Core Skills/ Generic Skills

Core skills or generic skills are a group of skills that are the key to learning and working in today’s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment in today’s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles.

Keywords /Terms Description

NOS National Occupational Standard(s)

NSQF National Skills Qualifications Framework

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