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
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Animal Health Worker:
Animal Health Worker / Community Resource Person (Veterinary ) or Livestock
Service Provider is a person selected from his/her own community to provide a
set of "Minor Veterinary services" required for a given job role as per the
provision of Indian Veterinary Council Act ( No.52 of 1984 ). He / she works
under indirect or distant supervision of registered veterinarian, under over
monitoring of any registered development / private / producer led agency.
Brief Job Description
care, assistance in contagious disease control and basic first aid services to farm
animal and poultry, mostly in the outdoor setting. He / she also play a role in
veterinary extension, disaster management
health related services.
Personal Attributes:
belongingness to the community, compassion for animals, good leadership,
communication and observation skills. He / she s
have manual dexterity to perform on the job.
QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR
Contents 1. Introduction and Contacts
2. Qualifications Pack
3. Glossary of Key Terms
4. OS Units
5. Annexure: Nomenclature for QP & OS
Qualifications Pack- Animal Health Worker
CTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED
SECTOR: AGRICULTURE ALLIED ACTIVITY
OCCUPATION: LIVESTOCK HEALTH MANAGEMENT
REFERENCE ID: AGR /Q4804
ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004/NIL
Animal Health Worker: An Animal Health Worker also known as Community
Animal Health Worker / Community Resource Person (Veterinary ) or Livestock
Service Provider is a person selected from his/her own community to provide a
set of "Minor Veterinary services" required for a given job role as per the
provision of Indian Veterinary Council Act ( No.52 of 1984 ). He / she works
under indirect or distant supervision of registered veterinarian, under over
monitoring of any registered development / private / producer led agency.
Brief Job Description: An Animal Health Worker provides preventive health
care, assistance in contagious disease control and basic first aid services to farm
animal and poultry, mostly in the outdoor setting. He / she also play a role in
veterinary extension, disaster management and other environmental, public
health related services.
Personal Attributes: An Animal Health Worker should have a mind for science,
belongingness to the community, compassion for animals, good leadership,
communication and observation skills. He / she should be physically strong and
have manual dexterity to perform on the job.
OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE & ALLIED INDUSTRY
Introduction
and Contacts [1]
ons Pack [2]
Glossary of Key Terms [3]
[5]
Annexure: Nomenclature for QP & OS [38]
ealth Worker
also known as Community
Animal Health Worker / Community Resource Person (Veterinary ) or Livestock
Service Provider is a person selected from his/her own community to provide a
set of "Minor Veterinary services" required for a given job role as per the
provision of Indian Veterinary Council Act ( No.52 of 1984 ). He / she works
under indirect or distant supervision of registered veterinarian, under over-all
monitoring of any registered development / private / producer led agency.
An Animal Health Worker provides preventive health
care, assistance in contagious disease control and basic first aid services to farm
animal and poultry, mostly in the outdoor setting. He / she also play a role in
and other environmental, public
should have a mind for science,
belongingness to the community, compassion for animals, good leadership,
hould be physically strong and
AGRICULTURE &
Qualifications Pack For
Qualifications Pack Code
Job Role
Credits NSQF
Sector
Sub-sector
Occupation
Job Role Animal Health Worker
(Also called as Community Animal Health Worker / Community Resource Person (
Role Description To assist his / her immediate community by providing preventive health careand poultry.
NSQF level
Minimum Educational
Qualifications
Maximum Educational
Qualifications
3
8th Standard passed
Not applicable
Training
Not Mandatory
Experience
One year of experience in community / village level work is preferable.
Applicable National
Occupational Standards
(NOS)
Compulsory:1.2.
3.4.
5.6.
7.
8.
Optional:Not Applicable
Performance Criteria As described in the relevant OS
Job
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Qualifications Pack For Animal Health Worker
AGR/Q4804
Animal Health Worker
TBD Version number
Agriculture & Allied Drafted on
Agriculture Allied Activity Last reviewed on
Livestock Health Management
Next review date
Animal Health Worker
(Also called as Community Animal Health Worker / Community Resource Person ( veterinary ) / Livestock Service Provider)
To assist his / her immediate community by providing preventive health care, productivity enhancing and basic first aid services to farm animal and poultry.
th Standard passed
Not applicable
Not Mandatory
One year of experience in community / village level work is preferable.
Compulsory: 1. AGR/N4801 : Controlling / restraining of animals2. AGR/N4802 : Implementing regular preventive animal health care
program 3. AGR/N4805 : Veterinary first aid 4. AGR/N4807 : Assisting government agencies in animal disease
control 5. AGR/N4808 : Assisting in veterinary extension services6. AGR/N4810 : Development program implementation and
marketing in livestock sector 7. AGR/N4813 : Assisting in animal welfare, breed conservation and
disaster management 8. AGR/N4821 : Implementation of animal breeding services in small
farm animals (if required)
Optional: Not Applicable
As described in the relevant OS units
1.0
09/12/14
23/12/14
23/12/15
(Also called as Community Animal Health Worker / Community Resource
To assist his / her immediate community by providing preventive health and basic first aid services to farm animal
One year of experience in community / village level work is preferable.
: Controlling / restraining of animals : Implementing regular preventive animal health care
: Assisting government agencies in animal disease
g in veterinary extension services : Development program implementation and
conservation and
: Implementation of animal breeding services in small
Qualifications Pack For
Keywords /Terms
Sector Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar businesses and interests. It may also be defined as 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 in an industry.
Function Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functiobasis of OS.
Job role Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organization.
Occupational Standard OS specify the standards of 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 Standard ( NOS )
NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context
Qualification Pack Code Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a qualifications pack.
Qualification Pack Qualifications Pack comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to peis assigned a unique qualification 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 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.
Knowledge and understanding
Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organizational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard.
Organizational Context Organizational Context includes the way the organization is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility.
Technical Knowledge Technical Knowledge is the specdesignated responsibilities.
Core Skills or Generic Skills
Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning and working in today's world. These skills are typically needed in any woenvironment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles.
Vertical Vertical may exist within a subthe client industries served by the industry
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Qualifications Pack For Animal Health Worker
Description
Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar businesses and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests.
sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components
Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/related set of functions in an industry. Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or 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.
Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organization.
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 are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task.
NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context
Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a qualifications pack.
Qualifications Pack comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A Qualifications Pack is assigned a unique qualification pack code.
Unit Code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is denoted by an ‘N’.
Unit Title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do.
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.
Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organizational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard.
Organizational Context includes the way the organization is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility.
Technical Knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities.
Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning and working in today's world. These skills are typically needed in any woenvironment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles.
Vertical may exist within a sub-sector representing different domain areas or the client industries served by the industry
Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar a distinct subset of the
economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests. sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics
roles, which perform similar/related set of functions
Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group
ns are identified through functional analysis and form the
Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique
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 are statements that together specify the standard of
NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context.
Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a
Qualifications Pack comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, rform a job role. A Qualifications Pack
Unit Code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is
the incumbent should be
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
Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organizational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard.
Organizational Context includes the way the organization is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have
ific knowledge needed to accomplish specific
Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning and working in today's world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related
sector representing different domain areas or
Qualifications Pack For
Scheduled diseases These are diseases notified under Contagious Diseases in Animals Act 2009
‘One Health’ Approach Collaborative effort of multiple disciplines globally —
Keywords /Terms Description
TBD To Be Decided
QP Qualifications Pack
OS Occupational Standard
NOS National Occupation
NSQF National
NVEQF National Vocational Education and Qualification Framework
OJT On Job Training
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Qualifications Pack For Animal Health Worker
These are diseases notified under Prevention and Control of Infectious and Contagious Diseases in Animals Act 2009
ollaborative effort of multiple disciplines — working locally, nationally, and — to attain optimal health for people, animals and the environment
Description
To Be Decided Qualifications Pack
Occupational Standard
National Occupational Standard
National Skills and Qualification Framework
National Vocational Education and Qualification Framework
On Job Training
Prevention and Control of Infectious and
working locally, nationally, and for people, animals and the environment.
National Vocational Education and Qualification Framework
AGR/N4801: Controlling / restraining of animals
Overview This unit deals with controlling and restraining of animals
National Occupational Standard
: Controlling / restraining of animals
controlling and restraining of animals.
National Occupational Standard
National Occupational
AGR/N4801: Controlling / restraining of animals
Unit Code AGR/N4801
Unit Title (Task)
Controlling / restraining of animals
Description This OS unit is about and administration of drugs.
Scope This unit/task covers:
Various aspects such as application of
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance CriteriaUnderstand normal animal behavior , stimulus and responses of handled species ( including common laboratory animals )
To be competent, PC1. prepare
Apply general principles of animal handling and safety guidelines.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC2. determine
animal securely and safely. PC3. achieve minimum stress and injury to the animal. PC4. ensure
Use of tools and equipment to restrain animals
To be competent, the individual on PC5. to be able to follow the prescribed procedures
equipment
Understanding of safety issues in the work environment
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC6. protect oneself from any physical injury arising out of animal handling PC7. use various personal protective materials / equipment.PC8. assess the
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational
Context
Knowledge of the
company /
organization and
its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant organizational policy on health event reporting / record keeping.KA2. understanding
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Controlling / restraining of animals
This OS unit is about controlling and restraining of animals for examination, surgery and administration of drugs.
This unit/task covers:
Various aspects such as understanding of animal behavior and responses, application of safety guidelines and use of tools and equipment.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
prepare and make the animal to cooperate during handling.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
determine flight zone and point of balance of the animal and approach, hold animal securely and safely. achieve minimum stress and injury to the animal. ensure zero accident.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
be able to follow the prescribed procedures related to each tools and equipment.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
protect oneself from any physical injury arising out of animal handling use various personal protective materials / equipment.assess the risk of diseases which can be transmitted from animal to human.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
relevant organizational policy on health event reporting / record keeping.understanding of supervisory structure.
for examination, surgery
animal behavior and responses, and use of tools and equipment.
and make the animal to cooperate during handling.
flight zone and point of balance of the animal and approach, hold
related to each tools and
protect oneself from any physical injury arising out of animal handling use various personal protective materials / equipment.
risk of diseases which can be transmitted from animal to human.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
relevant organizational policy on health event reporting / record keeping.
AGR/N4801: Controlling / restraining of animals
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. basics of animal behavior, possible stimulus and negative responses. KB2. safety guidelines in animal handling. KB3. knowledge
securely and safely. KB4. knowledge related to appropriate use of tools and equipment to restrain
animals.
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. prepare a brief case report.SA2. fill data sheet / health monitoring proforma.
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. read governSA4. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and
other animal behavior and handling relatedSA5. read
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA6. discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with coSA7. explainSA8. give clear suggestions
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. make animal behavior.
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
SB2. how
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the
SB3. investigate
: Controlling / restraining of animals
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
basics of animal behavior, possible stimulus and negative responses. safety guidelines in animal handling. knowledge of flight zone, point of balance and procedure of holding animal securely and safely. knowledge related to appropriate use of tools and equipment to restrain animals.
Writing Skills
individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
prepare a brief case report. fill data sheet / health monitoring proforma.
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
read government / organizational guideline / manuals. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and other animal behavior and handling related information sheets.read directives from government / organization / supervising veterinarian
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with co-workers explain farmers / clients on use of tools / equipment in restraininggive clear suggestions / guidance to farmers / clients.
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
make decisions related to use of techniques / tools and equipment based on animal behavior.
Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
how to plan various procedures.
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
investigate and analyze stimuli and animal behavior.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
basics of animal behavior, possible stimulus and negative responses.
of flight zone, point of balance and procedure of holding animal
knowledge related to appropriate use of tools and equipment to restrain
individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
ment / organizational guideline / manuals. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and
information sheets. directives from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
on use of tools / equipment in restraining.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
related to use of techniques / tools and equipment based on
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
job needs to know and understand how to:
AGR/N4801: Controlling / restraining of animals
NOS Version control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
TBD
Industry Agriculture
Industry Sub-sector Agriculture Allied Activity
Occupation Livestock Health Management
: Controlling / restraining of animals
AGR/N4801
TBD Version number 1.0
Agriculture & Allied Drafted on 09/1
Agriculture Allied Activity
Last reviewed on 23/1
Livestock Health Management
Next review date 23/1
1.0
/12/2014
/12/2014
/12/2015
AGR/N4802: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
Overview This unit deals with regular preventive Animal Health Care
National Occupational Standard
: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
regular preventive Animal Health Care
National Occupational Standard
: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
National Occupational
AGR/N4802: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
Unit Code AGR/N4802
Unit Title (Task)
Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
Description This OS unit is about providing preventive animal health care.
Scope This unit/task covers: Various aspects of common preventive care starting from data gathering and risk management
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance CriteriaAnimal data recording To be competent, the individual on the job must be
PC1. use
based data collection) as per given specifications.PC2. ensure species / population or sample / geographical / specific area coverage
for data collection as per given instPC3. regularly collect and submit health, production and breeding data related to
attended individual / herd of animals to appropriate authority on time as per given format / criteria.
Risk assessment and identification of preventable endemic disease(s)
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC4. undertake
preventing occurrence of preventablefarm is /are concerned.
Review of standing technical guideline on control of scheduled / notified disease(s)
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC5. take
the guideline for the
Communication of business / health risk and bio-security related information to client.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC6. create future
the riskPC7. Ensure
Scheduling of vaccination program
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC8. schedule vaccination
requirement related to environment and convenience of farmer / client.
Pre and post vaccination care
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC9. identifyPC10. be pPC11. report side
Handling and Administration of
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
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/N4802
Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
This OS unit is about providing preventive animal health care.
This unit/task covers:
Various aspects of common preventive care starting from data gathering and risk management to actual care.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
use point of care / field data collection tools (including electronic / mobile based data collection) as per given specifications.
nsure species / population or sample / geographical / specific area coverage for data collection as per given instruction. regularly collect and submit health, production and breeding data related to attended individual / herd of animals to appropriate authority on time as per
en format / criteria.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
ndertake appropriate action which is just for a farmer / client as far as preventing occurrence of preventable known disease(s) in his / her animal / farm is /are concerned.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
ake only such actions / use product / follow procedure which is prescribed in the guideline for the scheduled diseases (s).
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
reate future demand for preventive services by appropriately communicating the risk. Ensure high rate of voluntary compliance of bio-security norms.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
chedule vaccination program at appropriate time ensuring technical requirement related to environment and convenience of farmer / client.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
identify sick animals or animals not fit for vaccination. be prepared to face any emergency situation following vaccination. eport side-effect ( if any )
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
Various aspects of common preventive care starting from data gathering and risk
point of care / field data collection tools (including electronic / mobile
nsure species / population or sample / geographical / specific area coverage
regularly collect and submit health, production and breeding data related to attended individual / herd of animals to appropriate authority on time as per
appropriate action which is just for a farmer / client as far as known disease(s) in his / her animal /
only such actions / use product / follow procedure which is prescribed in
demand for preventive services by appropriately communicating
security norms.
program at appropriate time ensuring technical requirement related to environment and convenience of farmer / client.
repared to face any emergency situation following vaccination.
AGR/N4802: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
vaccines PC12. conduct storage etc. and use of vaccines from appropriate source only.
PC13. ensure cofarmers / clients place and point of use.
PC14. rotateno vaccine is used after expiration date.
PC15. follow all scientific guideline related to vaccine administration procedure e.g. use of appropriate dose, use of separate syringe for
Preventive de-worming.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC16. follow local area guideline regarding species, age and season of dePC17. use
administration ( As per directive of supervising veterinarian )
Spraying of animals / birds or use of other method for control of ecto-parasites
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC18. use
use / application.PC19. ensure scale of operation by involving maximum number of farmers in a given
area. PC20. take
Record keeping of preventive interventions, monitoring and follow up
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC21. ensure record of given vaccine and administration related information
(individual / herd level) along with batch numbers etc. as perPC22. timely report vaccine failure to appropriate authority as per format. PC23. support laboratory for sample test etc. as per directive for monitoring of
success of vaccination program.PC24. ensure herd
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
B. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant
procedure, use of products and reporting structure etc.KA2. impact / importance of preventive care program vis a vis organizational
mandate. KA3. importance of data recording / monitoring vis a vis evaluation of preventive
care program.KA4. funding
: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
onduct self-evaluation of procedure of procurement / infrastructure for storage etc. and use of vaccines from appropriate source only.
nsure cold chain and compliance of other guideline during transportfarmers / clients place and point of use. otate vaccine stock in hand so that oldest vaccines are used first, ensuring that
no vaccine is used after expiration date. ollow all scientific guideline related to vaccine administration procedure e.g.
use of appropriate dose, use of separate syringe for different vaccines etc.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
follow local area guideline regarding species, age and season of deuse only permissible products, following appropriate dose and administration ( As per directive of supervising veterinarian )
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
se only permissible products, following appropriate dose and procedure of use / application.
nsure scale of operation by involving maximum number of farmers in a given area. take precaution for minimum effect on animal / immediate environment.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
nsure record of given vaccine and administration related information (individual / herd level) along with batch numbers etc. as perimely report vaccine failure to appropriate authority as per format. upport laboratory for sample test etc. as per directive for monitoring of
success of vaccination program. nsure herd coverage and continuity of vaccination program.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
relevant government / organizational guideline pertaining to preventive procedure, use of products and reporting structure etc.impact / importance of preventive care program vis a vis organizational mandate. importance of data recording / monitoring vis a vis evaluation of preventive care program. funding and cost implication / benefit of preventive intervention.
: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
evaluation of procedure of procurement / infrastructure for storage etc. and use of vaccines from appropriate source only.
chain and compliance of other guideline during transport to
vaccine stock in hand so that oldest vaccines are used first, ensuring that
ollow all scientific guideline related to vaccine administration procedure e.g. fferent vaccines etc.
follow local area guideline regarding species, age and season of de-worming. only permissible products, following appropriate dose and procedure of
administration ( As per directive of supervising veterinarian )
only permissible products, following appropriate dose and procedure of
nsure scale of operation by involving maximum number of farmers in a given
precaution for minimum effect on animal / immediate environment.
nsure record of given vaccine and administration related information (individual / herd level) along with batch numbers etc. as per given format. imely report vaccine failure to appropriate authority as per format. upport laboratory for sample test etc. as per directive for monitoring of
coverage and continuity of vaccination program.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
government / organizational guideline pertaining to preventive care procedure, use of products and reporting structure etc. impact / importance of preventive care program vis a vis organizational
importance of data recording / monitoring vis a vis evaluation of preventive
and cost implication / benefit of preventive intervention.
AGR/N4802: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. use KB2. the
the service area. KB3. prevalent diseases vis a vis affected species within the service area which can
be prevented.KB4. symptoms, period of prevalence, preKB5. impact of sKB6. preKB7. type of vaccine and ways, importance of maintaining cool chain. KB8. availability of vaccines within given geographical area, storage and use
reconstitution etc.)KB9. scientific procedure of vaccine administration. KB10. environmental effect of chemicals used for control of ectoKB11. basic concept of herd immunity and measurement of same. KB12. basic concepts of
Skills (S) [Optional]
C. Core Skills/ Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. prepare a brief report / write email at least in local language SA2. fill data sheet.
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:SA3. read government / organizational guideline.SA4. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and
product information sheets.SA5. read government
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA6. discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with coSA7. ask SA8. give clear
D. Professional Skills
Decision Making and Problem Solving.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. make SB2. solve
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
use of data collection tool ( including electronic ) prevalent farming system, social, geographical / environmental condition of
the service area. prevalent diseases vis a vis affected species within the service area which can be prevented. symptoms, period of prevalence, pre-disposing factors.impact of such disease(s) and its geographical spread. pre-and post-vaccination care including handling of possible emergencies.type of vaccine and ways, importance of maintaining cool chain. availability of vaccines within given geographical area, storage and usereconstitution etc.) scientific procedure of vaccine administration. environmental effect of chemicals used for control of ectobasic concept of herd immunity and measurement of same. basic concepts of disease prevention in wild free range animals.
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
prepare a brief report / write email at least in local language data sheet.
Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:read government / organizational guideline. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and product information sheets. read government / organizational communications.
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with co-workers question and listen to farmers / clients to collect required data.
give clear suggestions / guidance to farmers / clients.
Decision Making and Problem Solving.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work.solve problem arising out of implementation / scheduling of activities.
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
prevalent farming system, social, geographical / environmental condition of
prevalent diseases vis a vis affected species within the service area which can
disposing factors.
vaccination care including handling of possible emergencies. type of vaccine and ways, importance of maintaining cool chain. availability of vaccines within given geographical area, storage and use (e.g.
environmental effect of chemicals used for control of ecto-parasite control. basic concept of herd immunity and measurement of same.
free range animals.
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
prepare a brief report / write email at least in local language
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
question and listen to farmers / clients to collect required data.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work. problem arising out of implementation / scheduling of activities.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
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SB3. Plan activities and carry them through effectively involving farmers / clients. SB4. follow
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB5. use
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB6. Gather information systematically to establish a fact.
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
TBD
Industry Agriculture
Industry Sub-sector Agriculture Allied Activity
Occupation Livestock Health Management
: Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
lan activities and carry them through effectively involving farmers / clients. follow given procedures.
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets and other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
use communication tools.
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
Gather information systematically to establish a fact.
AGR/N4802
TBD Version number 1.0
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Agriculture Allied Activity
Last reviewed on 23/1
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Next review date 23/1
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lan activities and carry them through effectively involving farmers / clients.
other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
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AGR N4805: Veterinary first aid
Overview This unit deals with Veterinary First Aid
National Occupational Standard
: Veterinary first aid
Veterinary First Aid
National Occupational Standard
National Occupational
AGR/N4805: Veterinary first aid
Unit Code AGR/N4805
Unit Title (Task)
Veterinary first aid
Description This OS unit is about
Scope
This unit/task covers Various aspects of first aidemergency conditions
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance CriteriaCleaning and washing of muzzle, mouth, hooves, feet etc. with antiseptic solutions
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. prepare
Treatment of non-infectious conditions like indigestion, anorexia, constipation, tympani, impaction, diarrhea etc.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC2. diagnose
precautions as per manual.PC3. describe common symptoms of diseases in animals and report accordingly.PC4. identify common infectious
reporting of the
Provide immediate support to accidental situations like poisoning, sun-stroke, electrocution, burn injuries etc.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC5. identify from symptoms the cause of the accident. PC6. assess
veterinarian.PC7. provide basic / immediate
Handling of superficial wound and trauma.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC8. to be able to stop bleeding, clean and protect the wound.
Initial support in cases like prolapse of uterus.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC9. to be able to ensure aseptic handling and protection of the prolapsed organ(s)
before the arrival of veterinarian.
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational Context
(Knowledge of the
company /
organization and
its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevantKA2. understanding of supervisory structure.
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Veterinary first aid
This OS unit is about veterinary first Aid
s unit/task covers:
Various aspects of first aid including immediate relief and treatment of emergency conditions and accidents.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
prepare aseptic solution.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
diagnose emergency situation and use common suggested medications / follow precautions as per manual. describe common symptoms of diseases in animals and report accordingly.identify common infectious / scheduled animal diseases and ensure timely reporting of the same.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
identify from symptoms the cause of the accident. assess the severity of the accident and suggest for consultation with veterinarian. provide basic / immediate care as specified for each type of accidents.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
be able to stop bleeding, clean and protect the wound.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
be able to ensure aseptic handling and protection of the prolapsed organ(s)before the arrival of veterinarian.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
relevant organizational policy on health event reporting / record keeping.nderstanding of supervisory structure.
treatment of noninfectious
emergency situation and use common suggested medications / follow
describe common symptoms of diseases in animals and report accordingly. / scheduled animal diseases and ensure timely
the severity of the accident and suggest for consultation with
care as specified for each type of accidents.
be able to stop bleeding, clean and protect the wound.
be able to ensure aseptic handling and protection of the prolapsed organ(s)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
organizational policy on health event reporting / record keeping.
AGR/N4805: Veterinary first aid
B. Technical
Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. basics of emergency conditions in animal a
KB2. nature of wounds vis a vis procedure of cleaning and protection
KB3. uses and doses of common medications in emergency situations.
KB4. common approaches in handling poisoning and natural calamities.
KB5. ways to differentiate a diseased animal fr
KB6. major symptoms of common scheduled diseases.
KB7. use of approved ethno
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. fill data sheet / health monitoring proforma.
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA2. read governSA3. read
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA4. discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with coSA5. explainSA6. give clear suggestions
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. make
Investigative and logical thinking.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB2. To relate emergency situation to immediate events in surrounding
environment.
: Veterinary first aid
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
basics of emergency conditions in animal along with pre
nature of wounds vis a vis procedure of cleaning and protection
uses and doses of common medications in emergency situations.
common approaches in handling poisoning and natural calamities.
ways to differentiate a diseased animal from a healthy animal.
major symptoms of common scheduled diseases.
use of approved ethno-veterinary practices.
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
data sheet / health monitoring proforma.
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
read government / organizational guideline / manuals. read directives from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with co-workers explain farmers / clients on presented symptoms / emergency condition. give clear suggestions / guidance to farmers / clients.
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
make decisions related to use of medication out of permitted assortments.
Investigative and logical thinking.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
To relate emergency situation to immediate events in surrounding environment.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
pre-disposing factors.
nature of wounds vis a vis procedure of cleaning and protection
uses and doses of common medications in emergency situations.
common approaches in handling poisoning and natural calamities.
om a healthy animal.
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
ment / organizational guideline / manuals. directives from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
on presented symptoms / emergency condition.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
related to use of medication out of permitted assortments.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
To relate emergency situation to immediate events in surrounding
AGR/N4805: Veterinary first aid
NOS Version control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
TBD
Industry Agriculture
Industry Sub-sector Agriculture Allied Activity
Occupation Livestock Health Management
: Veterinary first aid
AGR/N4805
TBD Version number 1.0
Agriculture & Allied Drafted on 09/1
Agriculture Allied Activity
Last reviewed on 23/1
Livestock Health Management
Next review date 23/1
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AGR/N4807: Assisting government agencies in animal
Overview This unit deals with animal disease control.
National Occupational Standard
: Assisting government agencies in animal disease control
animal disease control.
National Occupational Standard
National Occupational
AGR/N4807: Assisting government agencies in animal
Unit Code AGR/N4807
Unit Title (Task)
Assisting government agencies in animal disease control
Description This OS unit is about
Scope
This unit/task covers Various activities in the context of planned government initiatives to control animal diseases starting with data gathering and stakeholder engagement related actions.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance CriteriaAssisting in implementation of collaborative activities / data gathering including that under “One Health” related programs
To be competent, the individual on the PC1. relate PC2. appreciate
with partnering agencies (s).
Providing leadership for local resource mobilization and partnership
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC3. Ensure local resources (e.g. support materials, skills and abilities of local people) to strengthen government effort at reaching out to farmers for events like vacc
Implementing bio-security norms within identifies area / livestock market / farms as per guideline.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC4. update government records on livestock markets / farms.PC5. engagePC6. guide implementation
operation, cleaning etc.
Recording and reporting of animal movement route ( including cross border movement )
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC7. describe routes in relation to approved maps / known border areas.PC8. apply judgment regarding nature of trade / frequency of movement / animal
holding areas, volume etc. PC9. report animal movement as per
Creating awareness on livestock value chain / transport related risky practices.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC10. understand
types of people, movement of goods in livestock / poultry related business. PC11. identify risky practices
Administration of preventive herd level medication ( where
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC12. follow
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Assisting government agencies in animal disease control
This OS unit is about assisting government authorities in animal disease control
s unit/task covers:
Various activities in the context of planned government initiatives to control animal diseases starting with data gathering and stakeholder engagement related actions.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
relate to multiple factors that can predispose or cause appreciate the ‘one health approach’ in controlling diseases with partnering agencies (s).
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
nsure local resources (e.g. support materials, skills and abilities of local people) to strengthen government effort at reaching out to farmers for events like vaccination camps etc.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
update government records on livestock markets / farms.engage with officials of local self-government and market institutions.guide implementation of approved government guideline related operation, cleaning etc.
competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
describe routes in relation to approved maps / known border areas.apply judgment regarding nature of trade / frequency of movement / animal holding areas, volume etc. report animal movement as per standard format.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
understand common activities from farm to fork, relationships between various types of people, movement of goods in livestock / poultry related business. identify risky practices and report to veterinarians / superior officers.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
follow directive and guideline.
government authorities in animal disease control
Various activities in the context of planned government initiatives to control animal diseases starting with data gathering and stakeholder engagement to post outbreak
spread of diseases. in controlling diseases and cooperate
nsure local resources (e.g. support materials, skills and abilities of local people) to strengthen government effort at reaching out to farmers for events
update government records on livestock markets / farms. government and market institutions.
of approved government guideline related to market
describe routes in relation to approved maps / known border areas. apply judgment regarding nature of trade / frequency of movement / animal
common activities from farm to fork, relationships between various types of people, movement of goods in livestock / poultry related business.
and report to veterinarians / superior officers.
AGR/N4807: Assisting government agencies in animal
suggested )
Reporting of disease incidence / outbreak.
To be competent, the individual on the job PC13. use
Supervise culling and disposal of animal / bird.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC14. ensure humane culling methods.PC15. ensure
Supervise disinfection of farm premise / local area
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC16. ensure use of appropriate disinfectant and adoption to prescribed procedure of
application. PC17. ensure coverage
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational Context
(Knowledge of the
company /
organization and
its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant organizational policy on health event reporting / record keeping. KA2. reporting
B. Technical
Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. basics concept of ‘one health’ and its importance. KB2. ways
markets / farms. KB3. various activities, relationship of people of livestock / poultry business from
‘farm to fork’ along with risky common practices. KB4. linkage between riskyKB5. culli
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:SA1. prepareSA2. fill data sheet
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. read governSA4. keep abreast with the latest knowledge
brochures, pamphlets, SA5. read
: Assisting government agencies in animal disease control
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
use standard format for reporting.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
ensure humane culling methods. ensure scientific disposal of culled carcasses as per guide
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
ensure use of appropriate disinfectant and adoption to prescribed procedure of application. ensure coverage of areas / farms as per suggestion of government authority.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
relevant organizational policy on health event reporting / record keeping.reporting structure.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
basics concept of ‘one health’ and its importance. ways of disease transmission, concept of bio-security control in livestock markets / farms. various activities, relationship of people of livestock / poultry business from ‘farm to fork’ along with risky common practices. linkage between risky practices / animal movement and culling, disposal and disinfection methods.
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:prepare a brief report. fill data sheet
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
read government / organizational guideline / manuals. keep abreast with the latest knowledge of disease outbreaks etc. brochures, pamphlets, websites etc. read directives from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
scientific disposal of culled carcasses as per guideline.
ensure use of appropriate disinfectant and adoption to prescribed procedure of
of areas / farms as per suggestion of government authority.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
relevant organizational policy on health event reporting / record keeping.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
security control in livestock
various activities, relationship of people of livestock / poultry business from
practices / animal movement and disease transmission.
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
ment / organizational guideline / manuals. of disease outbreaks etc. by reading
directives from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
AGR/N4807: Assisting government agencies in animal
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA6. discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with coSA7. explain
practices for disease control SA8. give clear
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. make
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB2. how
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. send
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. Investigate and analyze livestock value chain activities.
NOS Version control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
TBD
Industry Agriculture
Industry Sub-sector Agriculture Allied Activity
Occupation Livestock Health Management
: Assisting government agencies in animal disease control
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with co-workers explain farmers and other stakeholders on importance of addressing risky practices for disease control give clear suggestions / guidance to farmers / clients.
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
make early decisions related reporting of disease outbreaks.
Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
how to plan various activities.
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets and other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
send email and enter data to database as per given format.
Analyzing and investigating
user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
Investigate and analyze livestock value chain activities.
AGR/N4807
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Agriculture Allied Activity
Last reviewed on 23/1
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Next review date 23/1
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
and other stakeholders on importance of addressing risky
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
related reporting of disease outbreaks.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
email and enter data to database as per given format.
user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
Investigate and analyze livestock value chain activities.
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AGR/N4808: Assisting in veterinary extension services
Overview This unit deals with veterinary extension.
National Occupational Standard
: Assisting in veterinary extension services
veterinary extension.
National Occupational Standard
National Occupational
AGR/N4808: Assisting in veterinary extension services
Unit Code AGR/N4808
Unit Title (Task)
Assisting in veterinary extension services
Description This OS unit is about activities.
Scope
This unit/task covers:
Planned penhancement and profitability of farming operation
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance CriteriaPromoting approved technology and best practices (including organic practices) in livestock farming, handling of animal products.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. understand and explain the applicability and benefit associated
approved technology(s) / best practice(s) in the context of local situations, opportunities and constraints.
PC2. give feedback on technology application in field and need for improvement (if any).
PC3. organizesuitability.
Assist farmers on quality farm input selection and procurement.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC4. understandPC5. scout sources, plan and organize farmers for intelligent (timely, quality and cost
based) procurement
Assist in maintaining record of farmer meeting / farm school activities
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC6. keep
‘targeted’ and ‘need based’
Use of mobile and other technology for extension / client education
To be competent, the PC7. use
clients.
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational Context
(Knowledge of the
company /
organization and
its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant organizational policy,KA2. supervisory
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Assisting in veterinary extension services
This OS unit is about assisting organization in conducting veterinary extension related
This unit/task covers:
Planned promotion of approved technologies and practices enhancement and profitability of farming operation.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
understand and explain the applicability and benefit associatedapproved technology(s) / best practice(s) in the context of local situations, opportunities and constraints. give feedback on technology application in field and need for improvement (if any). organize extension events based on farmer convenience and seasonal suitability.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
understand and explain quality parameters regarding various farm inputs.scout sources, plan and organize farmers for intelligent (timely, quality and cost based) procurement of inputs.
competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
keep record that can help make farmer meeting and farm school activities ‘targeted’ and ‘need based’
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
use modern communication devices, audio-visual aids to explain farmers / clients.
user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
relevant organizational policy, products and services. supervisory structure.
assisting organization in conducting veterinary extension related
and practices for productivity
understand and explain the applicability and benefit associated with common approved technology(s) / best practice(s) in the context of local situations,
give feedback on technology application in field and need for improvement (if
extension events based on farmer convenience and seasonal
and explain quality parameters regarding various farm inputs. scout sources, plan and organize farmers for intelligent (timely, quality and cost
record that can help make farmer meeting and farm school activities
visual aids to explain farmers /
user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
AGR/N4808: Assisting in veterinary extension services
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. common
farming / product handling. KB2. common feed ingredients / fodder variety and their uses / fodder preservation
and enrichment. KB3. organoleptic testing of feed.KB4. basicKB5. basics of animal housing and farm infrastructure. KB6. use of comm
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and SA1. prepare a brief field program report.SA2. fill data sheet
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. read governSA4. keep
pamphlets, SA5. read
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA6. discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with coSA7. explainSA8. give
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA9. make
situations.
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and SB1. how
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets
: Assisting in veterinary extension services
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
common popular production / processing technologies in livestock / poultry farming / product handling. common feed ingredients / fodder variety and their uses / fodder preservation and enrichment. organoleptic testing of feed. basic body scoring methods and selection of animals. basics of animal housing and farm infrastructure. use of communication devices.
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:prepare a brief field program report. fill data sheet and survey form.
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
read government / organizational guideline / manuals. keep abreast with the latest knowledge / technologies pamphlets, and other related information sheets. read directives from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with co-workers explain farmers / clients on use of various technologies.give clear suggestions / guidance to farmers / clients.
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
make decisions related to suitability of any technology based on local situations.
Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
how to plan for various extension events.
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets and other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
popular production / processing technologies in livestock / poultry
common feed ingredients / fodder variety and their uses / fodder preservation
understand how to:
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
ment / organizational guideline / manuals. / technologies by reading brochures,
from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
on use of various technologies.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
related to suitability of any technology based on local
understand:
other communication tools.
AGR/N4808: Assisting in veterinary extension services
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB2. use
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. investigate
supervising veterinarian / scientist.
NOS Version control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
TBD
Industry Agriculture
Industry Sub-sector Agriculture Allied Activity
Occupation Livestock Health Management
: Assisting in veterinary extension services
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
use electronic communication / presentation tools.
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
investigate and analyze adopted technologies and provide feedback to supervising veterinarian / scientist.
AGR/N4808
TBD Version number 1.0
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Agriculture Allied Activity
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Livestock Health Management
Next review date 23/1
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
and analyze adopted technologies and provide feedback to
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AGR/N4810: Development program implementation and marketing in
Overview This unit deals with development program implementation and marketing in livestock sector
National Occupational Standard
: Development program implementation and marketing in livestock sector
evelopment program implementation and marketing in livestock sector
National Occupational Standard
livestock sector
evelopment program implementation and marketing in livestock sector
National Occupational
AGR/N4810: Development program implementation and marketing in
Unit Code AGR/N4810
Unit Title (Task)
Development program implementation and marketing in livestock sector
Description This OS unit is about livestock sector (including one related to marketing of livestock products).
Scope
This unit/tasBasics of development program implementation creation, engagement with stakeholders and promotion of economic activities.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance CriteriaFacilitation of implementation of government / private development programs.
To be competent, the PC1. promote awareness of programs and help in targeted beneficiary selection as
envisioned in the promoted project / program.PC2. work
in promoted p
Engagement with farmers’ institutions and local self-government ( Panchayat )
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC3. attend and cooperate during meetings / programs of farmer’s institutions /
panchayats.PC4. inform
program beneficiaries. PC5. facilitate organizations’s / panchayat’s endeavor to ensure convergence of
development projects for
Facilitation of agri-livestock related economic activity of self-help groups
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC6. motivate and handhold formation of selfPC7. guide
linked
Facilitation of marketing of livestock farm inputs / products.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC8. motivate farmers to produce for market and ensure aggregation, collective
marketing of livestock products.PC9. providePC10. provide information on livestock farm inputs e.g. feed, fodder, supplements
etc.
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
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Development program implementation and marketing in livestock sector
This OS unit is about assisting organization in implementing programs and projects in livestock sector (including one related to marketing of livestock products).
This unit/task covers : Basics of development program implementation such as empowerment
engagement with stakeholders and promotion of economic activities.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
promote awareness of programs and help in targeted beneficiary selection as envisioned in the promoted project / program. work with selected project beneficiaries in implementing activities as ein promoted programs.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
attend and cooperate during meetings / programs of farmer’s institutions / panchayats. inform / involve farmer leaders / panchayat functionaries in selection of program beneficiaries. facilitate organizations’s / panchayat’s endeavor to ensure convergence of development projects for synergy.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
otivate and handhold formation of self-help groups. uide farmers on business options and basic economics of various livestock
linked activities.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
motivate farmers to produce for market and ensure aggregation, collective marketing of livestock products. provide market related e.g. prices etc. information to farmers.provide information on livestock farm inputs e.g. feed, fodder, supplements etc.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
relevant organizational policy and programs.
livestock sector
Development program implementation and marketing in livestock sector
assisting organization in implementing programs and projects in livestock sector (including one related to marketing of livestock products).
as empowerment / awareness engagement with stakeholders and promotion of economic activities.
promote awareness of programs and help in targeted beneficiary selection as
with selected project beneficiaries in implementing activities as envisaged
attend and cooperate during meetings / programs of farmer’s institutions /
/ involve farmer leaders / panchayat functionaries in selection of
facilitate organizations’s / panchayat’s endeavor to ensure convergence of
options and basic economics of various livestock
motivate farmers to produce for market and ensure aggregation, collective
market related e.g. prices etc. information to farmers. provide information on livestock farm inputs e.g. feed, fodder, supplements
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
AGR/N4810: Development program implementation and marketing in
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. basics of development project management.
KB2. guideline on self
KB3. common livestock based business activities and
KB4. basic understanding of common rural development programs of the
government.
KB5. basics of marketing and
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. prepare
Reading Skills
The user/individual on SA2. read governSA3. keep abreast with the latest
livestock market by reading SA4. read
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA5. discuss SA6. listen
B. Professional Skills
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. how
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB2. use
farmers / clients.
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job SB3. investigate
implementation.
: Development program implementation and marketing in livestock sector
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
basics of development project management.
guideline on self-help group / producer company formation and functioning.
common livestock based business activities and economics thereof.
basic understanding of common rural development programs of the
government.
basics of marketing and markets in the context of livestock products.
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
prepare a brief report.
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
read government / organizational guideline / manuals. keep abreast with the latest information / knowledge on rural development livestock market by reading new papers, magazines etc. read directives from reporting government / private organization
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
discuss and explain benefit / outcome development programs.listen and comprehend farmer’s problems and suggestions.
Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
how to plan activities.
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets and other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
use electronic gadgets to promote programs / projects and engage with farmers / clients.
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
investigate and analyze opportunities and difficulties in program implementation.
livestock sector
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
pany formation and functioning.
economics thereof.
basic understanding of common rural development programs of the
markets in the context of livestock products.
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
the job needs to know and understand how to:
ment / organizational guideline / manuals. on rural development
papers, magazines etc. eporting government / private organization
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
and explain benefit / outcome development programs. and comprehend farmer’s problems and suggestions.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
electronic gadgets to promote programs / projects and engage with
needs to know and understand how to:
and analyze opportunities and difficulties in program
AGR/N4810: Development program implementation and marketing in
NOS Version control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
TBD
Industry Agriculture
Industry Sub-sector Agriculture Allied Activity
Occupation Livestock Health Management
: Development program implementation and marketing in livestock sector
AGR/N4810
TBD Version number 1.0
Agriculture & Allied Drafted on 09/1
Agriculture Allied Activity
Last reviewed on 23/1
Livestock Health Management
Next review date 23/1
livestock sector
1.0
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AGR/N4813: Assisting in animal welfare, breed
Overview This unit deals with animal welfare , breed conservation and disaster management
National Occupational Standard
AGR/N4813: Assisting in animal welfare, breed conservation and disaster management
nimal welfare , breed conservation and disaster management
National Occupational Standard
conservation and disaster management
nimal welfare , breed conservation and disaster management.
National Occupational
AGR/N4813: Assisting in animal welfare, breed
Unit Code AGR/N4813
Unit Title (Task)
Assisting in animal welfare, breed conservation and disaster management
Description This OS unit is about animal welfare and conservation.
Scope
This unit/task Animal welfare and conservation of animal resources besides preparedness for disasters.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance CriteriaIdentifying and reporting of cruelty to animals / birds.
To be competent, the PC1. explain
Supporting management of human animal conflict
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC2. explain
to common conflict situation.
Promotion of rearing of purebred indigenous animals
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC3. scout
shelters for cows in India) for conservation of purebred animals.
Supporting disaster preparedness and handling
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC4. help
time of disasters. PC5. work with community and disaster management authorities to provide safe
passage to animals / livestock. PC6. provide care / shelter to animal in distress PC7. undertakePC8. undertake culling and other measures suggested in case of disease related
emergencies.
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational Context
(Knowledge of the
company /
organization and
its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant
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Assisting in animal welfare, breed conservation and disaster management
This OS unit is about assisting organization in implementing programs related to animal welfare and conservation.
s unit/task covers:
Animal welfare and conservation of animal resources besides preparedness for
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
explain the cruelty for effective reporting.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
explain stakeholders on common prevention and protection to common conflict situation.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
scout and engage with interested breeding farms / goshala’sshelters for cows in India) for conservation of purebred animals.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
help in stocking (as a preparedness) and mobilization of feed / fodder at the time of disasters. work with community and disaster management authorities to provide safe passage to animals / livestock. provide care / shelter to animal in distress undertake appropriate measures for carcass disposal. undertake culling and other measures suggested in case of disease related emergencies.
user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
relevant organizational guideline on reporting and partnerships.
conservation and disaster management
Assisting in animal welfare, breed conservation and disaster management
assisting organization in implementing programs related to
Animal welfare and conservation of animal resources besides preparedness for
stakeholders on common prevention and protection strategies related
and engage with interested breeding farms / goshala’s (Protective shelters for cows in India) for conservation of purebred animals.
in stocking (as a preparedness) and mobilization of feed / fodder at the
work with community and disaster management authorities to provide safe
undertake culling and other measures suggested in case of disease related
user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
guideline on reporting and partnerships.
AGR/N4813: Assisting in animal welfare, breed
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. importance
functioning. KB2. common prevention and protection strategies in human animal conflict
situations. KB3. basic aspects of disaster management. KB4. rules and regulation related to animal welfare and wild life
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. prepare
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and SA2. read governSA3. read
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and SA4. discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with coSA5. explain
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. make
animals in the event of disaster.
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB2. how
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. use
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. Investigate and analyze poss
AGR/N4813: Assisting in animal welfare, breed conservation and disaster management
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
importance of conservation and essential role of wildlife in ecosystem functioning. common prevention and protection strategies in human animal conflict situations. basic aspects of disaster management.
es and regulation related to animal welfare and wild life
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
prepare a brief report.
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
read government / organizational guideline. read directives from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with co-workers explain farmers / animal owners on disaster management issues.
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
make decisions related to steps needed to protect the interest of livestock / animals in the event of disaster.
Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
how to plan various activities.
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets and other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
use mobile / electronic gadgets helpful during disasters.
Analyzing and investigating
user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
Investigate and analyze possible after-effect of disasters.
conservation and disaster management
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
of conservation and essential role of wildlife in ecosystem
common prevention and protection strategies in human animal conflict
es and regulation related to animal welfare and wild life conservation.
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
understand how to:
from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
understand how to:
farmers / animal owners on disaster management issues.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
related to steps needed to protect the interest of livestock /
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
mobile / electronic gadgets helpful during disasters.
user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
effect of disasters.
AGR/N4813: Assisting in animal welfare, breed
NOS Version control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
TBD
Industry Agriculture
Industry Sub-sector Agriculture Allied Activity
Occupation Livestock Health Management
AGR/N4813: Assisting in animal welfare, breed conservation and disaster management
AGR/N4813
TBD Version number 1.0
Agriculture & Allied Drafted on 09/1
Agriculture Allied Activity
Last reviewed on 23/1
Livestock Health Management
Next review date 23/1
conservation and disaster management
1.0
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/12/2015
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if required)
Overview This unit deals with animal breeding services in small farm animals.
National Occupational Standard
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if
animal breeding services in small farm animals.
National Occupational Standard
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if
National Occupational
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if required)
Unit Code AGR/N4821
Unit Title (Task)
Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals
Description This OS unit is about animal breeding in small farm animals.
Scope
This unit/task covers: Various aspects of small farm animal breeding, starting from preactivities such as breeder database maintenance,quality animal selection to actual breeding and performance monitoring.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element Performance CriteriaMaintenance of database of good animal breeders.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC1. help
Assistance to farmers in quality animal selection / purchase.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC2. assist
characteristics for breeding purpose.
Conducting artificial insemination
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC3. detect heat in animals such as goat and pigs. PC4. use semen of appropriate quality and blood level.PC5. follow protocols pertaining to farm bio
welfarePC6. follow the prescribed procedures in handling semen straw and in conducting
insemination. PC7. conduct artificial
Assistance to farmers on management of unproductive animals.
To be competent, the individual on PC8. guide farmers / clients on common infertility issues and their handling PC9. guide farmers on appropriate feeding of breeding animals e.g. mineral
supplementation etc. PC10. guide farmers on maintaining optimum number of animals based on b
plan and suggested performance
Post insemination support , data recording and Performance monitoring of breeding services
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to: PC11. guidePC12. use field data collection tools (including electronic reader / mobile based data
collection) as per given specifications.PC13. provide organization with standard required information suc
time ofservices.
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AGR/N4821
Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals
This OS unit is about assisting organization in implementing programs related to animal breeding in small farm animals.
This unit/task covers:
Various aspects of small farm animal breeding, starting from preactivities such as breeder database maintenance,quality animal selection to actual breeding and performance monitoring.
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Performance Criteria To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
help farmers / clients with information on sources of good breeding
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
assist farmers / clients in selecting animal with proper breed and other characteristics for breeding purpose.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
detect heat in animals such as goat and pigs. use semen of appropriate quality and blood level. follow protocols pertaining to farm bio-security, safety, hygiwelfare. follow the prescribed procedures in handling semen straw and in conducting insemination. conduct artificial insemination in time.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
guide farmers / clients on common infertility issues and their handling guide farmers on appropriate feeding of breeding animals e.g. mineral supplementation etc. guide farmers on maintaining optimum number of animals based on bplan and suggested performance goal.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
guide / assist farmer in handling common difficulties related to animal birth. use field data collection tools (including electronic reader / mobile based data collection) as per given specifications. provide organization with standard required information suctime of heat, time of insemination, kid / piglet born etc. needed to monitor breeding
services.
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if
Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals ( if required )
assisting organization in implementing programs related to
Various aspects of small farm animal breeding, starting from pre-breeding related activities such as breeder database maintenance,quality animal selection to actual
farmers / clients with information on sources of good breeding animals.
farmers / clients in selecting animal with proper breed and other
security, safety, hygiene and animal
follow the prescribed procedures in handling semen straw and in conducting
guide farmers / clients on common infertility issues and their handling guide farmers on appropriate feeding of breeding animals e.g. mineral
guide farmers on maintaining optimum number of animals based on breeding
/ assist farmer in handling common difficulties related to animal birth. use field data collection tools (including electronic reader / mobile based data
provide organization with standard required information such as semen used; heat, time of insemination, kid / piglet born etc. needed to monitor breeding
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if required)
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational Context
(Knowledge of the
company /
organization and
its processes)
The user/individual on KA1. relevant KA2. understanding
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. basic
reproductive organs in goat, pigs etc.KB2. basic of genetics e.g. selective breeding / cross breeding KB3. semen
nitrogen. KB4. protocols related to farm bioKB5. technical procedure of artificial insemination. KB6. feeding of breeding animals, mineral supplementatKB7. common animal birth related difficulties in small animals and handling of same.
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. prepareSA2. fill monitor
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. read governSA4. read label of semen straws. SA5. read
services. SA6. read
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to SA7. discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with coSA8. explainSA9. give
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
relevant organizational policy on breeding. understanding of supervisory / reporting structure.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
basic of reproductive physiology e.g. estrous cycle, signs etc. and anatomy of reproductive organs in goat, pigs etc. basic of genetics e.g. selective breeding / cross breeding semen straw handling procedure and safety requirement in handling of liquid nitrogen. protocols related to farm bio-security, hygiene, safety and animal welfare.technical procedure of artificial insemination. feeding of breeding animals, mineral supplementation etc. common animal birth related difficulties in small animals and handling of same.
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
prepare a brief case report. fill monitoring related forms etc.
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
read government / organizational guideline / manuals. read label of semen straws. read manufacturer guideline of various common equipment uses in breeding services. read directives from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
discuss task lists, schedules, etc. with co-workers explain farmers / clients on artificial insemination procedures. give clear suggestions / guidance to farmers / clients.
Decision Making
user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if
the job needs to know and understand:
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
of reproductive physiology e.g. estrous cycle, signs etc. and anatomy of
basic of genetics e.g. selective breeding / cross breeding straw handling procedure and safety requirement in handling of liquid
giene, safety and animal welfare.
ion etc. common animal birth related difficulties in small animals and handling of same.
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
ment / organizational guideline / manuals.
manufacturer guideline of various common equipment uses in breeding
directives from government / organization / supervising veterinarians.
know and understand how to:
on artificial insemination procedures.
user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if required)
SB1. make insemination technologies etc.
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB2. how
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. use
related data to servers.
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. Investigate and analyze in relation to difficulties, failures etc.
NOS Version control
NOS Code
Credits (NSQF)
TBD
Industry Agriculture
Industry Sub-sector Agriculture Allied Activity
Occupation Livestock Health Management
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if
make decisions related to time, appropriate application of artificial insemination technologies etc.
Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
how to plan various procedures.
Skills of using computer / electronic gadgets and other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
use electronic / mobile tools (where available) to record and send related data to servers.
Analyzing and investigating
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
Investigate and analyze in relation to difficulties, failures etc.
AGR/N4821
TBD Version number 1.0
Agriculture & Allied Drafted on 09/
Agriculture Allied Activity
Last reviewed on 08/
Livestock Health Management
Next review date 08/
AGR/N4821: Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if
related to time, appropriate application of artificial
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
other communication tools.
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
electronic / mobile tools (where available) to record and send breeding
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
Investigate and analyze in relation to difficulties, failures etc.
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Qualifications Pack
Occupational Standard An example of NOS with ‘N’
Q denoting Qualifications Pack
N denoting National Occupational Standard
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[Insert 3 letter code for SSC]
[Insert 3 letter code for SSC]
Annexure
Nomenclature for QP and NOS
[ABC]/ Q 0101
[ABC] / N 0101
Occupation (2 numbers)
QP number (2 numbers)
9 characters
Occupational Standard Occupation (2 numbers)
OS number (2 numbers)
9 characters
Occupation (2 numbers)
number (2 numbers)
Occupation (2 numbers)
OS number (2 numbers)
Sub-sector
Agriculture Crop Production
Agriculture Allied Activities
Forestry, Environment and Renewable Energy Management
Agriculture Industries
Generic Occupations
Sequence
Three letters
Slash
Next letter
Next two numbers
Next two numbers
Note:
The range of occupation numbers have been decided based on the number of existing and
future occupations in a segment Occupation numbers from 91
emerging segment in future.
Range of Occupation numbers
01 – 40
41 – 60
Forestry, Environment and Renewable Energy 61 - 70
71 – 90
96 - 99
Description Example
Industry name AGR
/ /
Whether QP or NOS Q or N
Occupation code 01
OS number 01
The range of occupation numbers have been decided based on the number of existing and future occupations in a segment Occupation numbers from 91 – 95 have been intentionally left blank to accommodate any emerging segment in future.
The range of occupation numbers have been decided based on the number of existing and
intentionally left blank to accommodate any
CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES
Job Role
Qualification Pack
Sector Skill Council
Guidelines for Assessment: 1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for TheoSkills Practical for each PC. 2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC. 3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each exabelow) 4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaulations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criteria5. To pass the Qualification Pack aggregate and 30% in each NOS.6. The marks are allocated PC wise, however, every NOS will carry a weightage in the total marks allocated to the specific QP.
NOSs Element
1. AGR/N4801: Controlling / restraining of animalsAGR/N4801
Understand normal animal behavior , stimulus and responses of handled species ( including common laboratory animals )
CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES
Animal Health Worker
AGR/Q4804
Agriculture
1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theo
2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions
3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria
4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaulations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criteria5. To pass the Qualification Pack , every trainee should score a minimum of
and 30% in each NOS. 6. The marks are allocated PC wise, however, every NOS will carry a weightage in the
ocated to the specific QP.
PCs
Total Mar
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PC1. prepare and make the animal to cooperate during handling.
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1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and
2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions
3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part mination/training center (as per assessment criteria
4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaulations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criteria
, every trainee should score a minimum of 50% in
6. The marks are allocated PC wise, however, every NOS will carry a weightage in the
Marks Allocation
Theory
Skills Practica
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Apply general principles of animal handling and safety guidelines.
Use of tools and equipment to restrain animals
Understanding of safety issues in the work environment
2. AGR/N4802 : Implementing regular preventive animal health care program
Animal data recording
Risk assessment and identification of preventable endemic disease(s)
Review of standing
PC2. determine flight zone and point of balance of the animal and approach, hold animal securely and safely.
15
PC3. achieve minimum stress and injury to the animal.
5
PC4. ensure zero accident. 5
PC5. to be able to follow the prescribed procedures related to each tools and equipment.
30
PC6. protect oneself from any physical injury arising out of animal handling
5
PC7. use various personal protective materials / equipment.
10
PC8. assess the risk of diseases which can be transmitted from animal to human.
10
100
PC1. use point of care / field data collection tools (including electronic / mobile based data collection) as per given specifications.
100
5
PC2. ensure species / population or sample / geographical / specific area coverage for data collection as per given instruction.
5
PC3. regularly collect and submit health, production and breeding data related to attended individual / herd of animals to appropriate authority on time as per given format / criteria.
5
PC4. undertake appropriate action which is just for a farmer / client as far as preventing occurrence of preventable known disease(s) in his / her animal / farm is /are concerned.
5
PC5. take only such actions / use product / follow procedure
5
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3 2
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3 2
5 5
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5 0
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5 0
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technical guideline on control of scheduled / notified disease(s)
Communication of business / health risk and bio-security related information to client.
Scheduling of vaccination program
Pre and post vaccination care
Handling and Administration of vaccines
which is prescribed in the guideline for the scheduled diseases (s).
PC6. create future demand for preventive services by appropriately communicating the risk.
5
PC7. Ensure high rate of voluntary compliance of bio-security norms.
7
PC8. schedule vaccination program at appropriate time ensuring technical requirement related to environment and convenience of farmer / client.
5
PC9. identify sick animals or animals not fit for vaccination.
5
PC10. be prepared to face any emergency situation following vaccination.
5
PC11. report side-effect ( if any )
5
PC12. conduct self-evaluation of procedure of procurement / infrastructure for storage etc. and use of vaccines from appropriate source only.
5
PC13. ensure cold chain and compliance of other guideline during transport to farmers / clients place and point of use.
5
PC14. rotate vaccine stock in hand so that oldest vaccines are used first, ensuring that no vaccine is used after expiration date.
5
PC15. follow all scientific guideline related to vaccine administration procedure e.g. use of appropriate dose, use of separate syringe for different vaccines etc.
10
3 2
5 2
5 0
5 0
5 0
5 0
5 0
5 0
5 0
3 7
Preventive de-worming.
Spraying of animals / birds or use of other method for control of ecto-parasites
Record keeping of preventive interventions, monitoring and follow up
3. AGR/N4805 : Veterinary first aid
Cleaning and washing of muzzle, mouth, hooves, feet etc. with antiseptic solutions
Treatment of non-infectious conditions like indigestion,
PC16. follow local area guideline regarding species, age and season of de-worming.
5
PC17. use only permissible products, following appropriate dose and procedure of administration ( As per directive of supervising veterinarian )
2
PC18. use only permissible products, following appropriate dose and procedure of use / application.
2
PC19. ensure scale of operation by involving maximum number of farmers in a given area.
1
PC20. take precaution for minimum effect on animal / immediate environment.
2
PC21. ensure record of given vaccine and administration related information (individual / herd level) along with batch numbers etc. as per given format.
2
PC22. timely report vaccine failure to appropriate authority as per format.
1
PC23. support laboratory for sample test etc. as per directive for monitoring of success of vaccination program.
2
PC24. ensure herd coverage and continuity of vaccination program.
1
100
PC1. prepare aseptic solution.
100
5
PC2. diagnose emergency situation and use common suggested medications / follow precautions as per manual.
25
5 0
2 0
2 0
1 0
0 2
1 1
1 0
2 0
1 0
80 20
2 3
10 15
anorexia, constipation, tympani, impaction, diarrhea etc.
Provide immediate support to accidental situations like poisoning, sun-stroke, electrocution, burn injuries etc.
Handling of superficial wound and trauma.
Initial support in cases like prolapse of uterus.
4. AGR/N4807 : Assisting government agencies in animal disease control
Assisting in implementation of collaborative activities / data gathering including that under “One Health” related programs
Providing leadership for local resource mobilization and partnership
Implementing bio-security norms within
PC3. describe common symptoms of diseases in animals and report accordingly.
15
PC4. identify common infectious / scheduled animal diseases and ensure timely reporting of the same.
7
PC5. identify from symptoms the cause of the accident.
8
PC6. assess the severity of the accident and suggest for consultation with veterinarian.
5
PC7. provide basic / immediate care as specified for each type of accidents.
15
PC8. to be able to stop bleeding, clean and protect the wound.
10
PC9. to be able to ensure aseptic handling and protection of the prolapsed organ(s) before the arrival of veterinarian.
10
100
PC1. relate to multiple factors that can predispose or cause spread of diseases.
100
8
PC2. appreciate the ‘one health approach’ in controlling diseases and cooperate with partnering agencies (s).
5
PC3. Ensure local resources (e.g. support materials, skills and abilities of local people) to strengthen government effort at reaching out to farmers for events like vaccination camps etc.
7
PC4. update government records on livestock markets / farms.
5
8 7
5 2
2 6
5 0
5 10
2 8
2 8
41 59
8 0
5 0
3 4
5 0
identifies area / livestock market / farms as per guideline.
Recording and reporting of animal movement route ( including cross border movement )
Creating awareness on livestock value chain / transport related risky practices.
Administration of preventive herd level medication ( where suggested )
Reporting of disease incidence / outbreak.
Supervise culling and disposal of animal / bird.
Supervise disinfection of farm premise / local area
PC5. engage with officials of local self-government and market institutions.
8
PC6. guide implementation of approved government guideline related to market operation, cleaning etc.
8
PC7. describe routes in relation to approved maps / known border areas.
5
PC8. apply judgment regarding nature of trade / frequency of movement / animal holding areas, volume etc.
5
PC9. report animal movement as per standard format.
5
PC10. understand common activities from farm to fork, relationships between various types of people, movement of goods in livestock / poultry related business.
5
PC11. identify risky practices and report to veterinarians / superior officers.
8
PC12. follow directive and guideline.
5
PC13. use standard format for reporting.
5
PC14. ensure humane culling methods
8
PC15. ensure scientific disposal of culled carcasses as per guideline.
8
PC16. ensure use of appropriate disinfectant and adoption to prescribed procedure of application.
3
PC17. ensure coverage of areas / farms as per suggestion of government authority.
2
5 3
2 6
3 2
0 5
3 2
3 2
5 3
5 0
5 0
3 5
3 5
0 3
2 0
5. AGR/N4808 : Assisting in veterinary extension services
Promoting approved technology and best practices (including organic practices) in livestock farming, handling of animal products.
Assist farmers on quality farm input selection and procurement.
Assist in maintaining record of farmer meeting / farm school activities
Use of mobile and other technology for extension / client education
6. AGR/N4810 : Development program implementation and marketing in livestock sector
Facilitation of implementation of government / private development programs.
100
PC1. understand and explain the applicability and benefit associated with common approved technology(s) / best practice(s) in the context of local situations, opportunities and constraints.
100
35
PC2. give feedback on technology application in field and need for improvement (if any).
10
PC3. organize extension events based on farmer convenience and seasonal suitability.
15
PC4. understand and explain quality parameters regarding various farm inputs.
10
PC5. scout sources, plan and organize farmers for intelligent (timely, quality and cost based) procurement of inputs.
10
PC6. keep record that can help make farmer meeting and farm school activities ‘targeted’ and ‘need based’
10
PC7. use modern communication devices, audio-visual aids to explain farmers / clients.
10
100
PC1. promote awareness of programs and help in targeted beneficiary selection as envisioned in the promoted project / program. 100
10
PC2. work with selected project beneficiaries in implementing activities as envisaged in promoted programs.
10
60 40
10 25
2 8
2 13
5 5
3 7
2 8
1 9
25 75
5 5
2 8
Engagement with farmers’ institutions and local self-government ( Panchayat )
Facilitation of agri-livestock related economic activity of self-help groups
Facilitation of marketing of livestock farm inputs / products.
7. AGR/N4813 : Assisting in animal welfare, breed conservation and disaster management
Identifying and reporting of cruelty to animals / birds.
Supporting management of human animal conflict
Promotion of rearing of purebred indigenous animals
PC3. attend and cooperate during meetings / programs of farmer’s institutions / panchayats.
10
PC4. inform / involve farmer leaders / panchayat functionaries in selection of program beneficiaries.
10
PC5. facilitate organizations’s / panchayat’s endeavor to ensure convergence of development projects for synergy.
5
PC6. motivate and handhold formation of self-help groups.
15
PC7. guide farmers on business options and basic economics of various livestock linked activities.
15
PC8. motivate farmers to produce for market and ensure aggregation, collective marketing of livestock products.
10
PC9. provide market related e.g. prices etc. information to farmers.
7
PC10. provide information on livestock farm inputs e.g. feed, fodder, supplements etc.
8
100
PC1. explain the cruelty for effective reporting.
100
10
PC2. explain stakeholders on common prevention and protection strategies related to common conflict situation.
10
PC3. scout and engage with interested breeding farms / goshala’s (Protective shelters for cows in India) for conservation of purebred animals.
10
2 8
2 8
5 0
5 10
6 9
5 5
2 5
8 0
42 58
5 5
2 8
5 5
Supporting disaster preparedness and handling
8. AGR/N4821 : Implementation of animal breeding services in small farm animals (if required)
Maintenance of database of good animal breeders.
Assistance to farmers in quality animal selection / purchase.
Conducting artificial insemination
Assistance to farmers on management of unproductive
PC4. help in stocking (as a preparedness) and mobilization of feed / fodder at the time of disasters.
10
PC5. work with community and disaster management authorities to provide safe passage to animals / livestock.
25
PC6. provide care / shelter to animal in distress
15
PC7. undertake appropriate measures for carcass disposal.
10
PC8. undertake culling and other measures suggested in case of disease related emergencies.
10
100
PC1. help farmers / clients with information on sources of good breeding animals.
100
10
PC2. assist farmers / clients in selecting animal with proper breed and other characteristics for breeding purpose.
10
PC3. detect heat in animals such as goat and pigs.
10
PC4. use semen of appropriate quality and blood level.
5
PC5. follow protocols pertaining to farm bio-security, safety, hygiene and animal welfare.
10
PC6. follow the prescribed procedures in handling semen straw and in conducting insemination.
20
PC7. conduct artificial insemination in time.
5
PC8. guide farmers / clients on common infertility issues and their handling
5
PC9. guide farmers on appropriate feeding of breeding
5
0 10
3 22
5 10
2 8
5 5
27 73
1 9
5 5
5 5
5 0
5 5
8 12
5 0
5 0
5 0
animals.
Post insemination support , data recording and Performance monitoring of breeding services
animals e.g. mineral supplementation etc.
PC10. guide farmers on maintaining optimum number of animals based on breeding plan and suggested performance goal.
5
PC11. guide / assist farmer in handling common difficulties related to animal birth.
5
PC12. use field data collection tools (including electronic reader / mobile based data collection) as per given specifications.
5
PC13. provide organization with standard required information such as semen used; time of heat, time of insemination, kid / piglet born etc. needed to monitor breeding services.
5
100
2 3
1 4
1 4
1 4
49 51