Unit 110/111 prep

​Level 1 Animal Care: Feed Management & Hygiene

By Courtney Sweet

​Preparing for Assessment: Stock Control, Storage, & Preparation

Objectives

• By the end of this session, you will be able to:

• State processes for ordering and checking feed.

• Explain how to store feed and rotate stock correctly (FIFO).

• List key hygiene and safety rules for feed preparation.

• Outline procedures for handling waste and pests.

Check Stock → Order → Receive → Store → Use → Record

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The Stock Management Loop

Key Records

Order Forms: What was requested?
Delivery Notes: What arrived?
Stock Cards/Sheets: Tracking current quantity (when received/used)?

Checks

• Have you recieved the right brand of feed?

• Have you received the correct quantity of feed?

• Is there any damage on the packaging? (follow up question- if there were holes in the packaging- what could this be a sign of?

• Is there any feed that is incorrect?

• Is the feed in food condition?

• Is there any feed missing?

Multiple Choice

What should you do to check you have enough feed?

• Ignore feed levels and continue feeding.
• Only check feed levels once a week.
• Rely on visual inspection of feed quality.
• Assess feed inventory and calculate daily requirements.

Multiple Choice

What checks should you do when feed deliveries arrives?

• Check delivery paperwork, inspect packaging, verify quantity, check expiration dates, ensure correct feed type.
• Review supplier history, analyze delivery route, confirm storage conditions.
• Inspect feed for color, evaluate smell, check for moisture levels.
• Check delivery time, assess driver credentials, confirm payment method.

​Receiving Deliveries

Check Quantity: Purpose: Ensure the right amount arrived and that you are charged correctly.
Consequence of failure: Running out of feed (starvation risk).
Check Quality: Purpose: Ensure the feed is safe and suitable. Consequence of failure: Feeding contaminated food (animal illness/death).
Unacceptable Feed Look for: Damaged/ripped packaging. Mould, unusual smells, or discoloration. * Expired 'Use By' or 'Best Before' dates.
Action for Shortfalls DO NOT USE! Report immediately to a supervisor and record the issue.

​Safe Storage- Storing and Rotating Feed

​Group discussion- What are the consequences of not storing food correctly?

• Dry/Kibble (Needs sealed, dry container).

• Wet/Canned (Cool, dry location).

• Fresh/Frozen (Refrigerated or frozen until use).

Types of Feed

Multiple Choice

Which of the answers are a consequence of bad feed storage?

• Faster growth rates, lower feed costs, improved flavor
• Higher moisture retention, better palatability, reduced waste
• Spoilage, contamination, nutrient loss
• Increased shelf life, improved taste, enhanced digestibility

Open Ended

List 3 animals which have pelleted feed:

Open Ended

List 3 animals on dry biscuit feed:

Open Ended

List 3 animals on canned feed:

Open Ended

List 3 animals on fresh fruit and veg:

Consequences of Poor Storage

Mould/Spoilage: If exposed to moisture/heat.
Nutrient Loss: If left open to air.
Pest Contamination.

Stock Rotation

Principle: FIFO (First In, First Out).

The oldest stock (received first) must be used first.
Why? To maintain nutritional quality and prevent using expired feed.

Multiple Choice

Which best before date should be used first?

• 10/04/2025

• 23/04/2025

• 02/04/2025

• 15/05/2025

Reorder

Place the feed in the correct order you would store it by date (Left Is front of storage-right is back)

• 03/06/2025

• 05/08/2025

• 22/12/2025

• 01/01/2026

• 07/04/2026

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Identifying and Dealing with Pests

Signs of Infestation- 🐀 Physical evidence: Droppings, gnaw marks, chewed bags. 🕸️ Activity: Nests, trails, or sightings of pests (mice, beetles, flies).

Action to take- 🛑 Stop using the affected feed. 📝 Inform your supervisor immediately. 🗑️ Quarantine the area and follow the facility's official pest control procedure.

Multiple Choice

What can help prevent feed infestations?

• Leaving feed exposed to air.
• Using old and damaged containers.
• Ignoring signs of pest activity.
• Proper storage, cleanliness and regular inspection of feed.

The Importance of Hygiene

Hygiene is Vital Animal Health: Prevents spread of disease (e.g., from raw meat to dry food).

Human Health: Prevents zoonotic diseases (passed from animals to humans).
Hand Washing MUST BE DONE: Before feed preparation, after handling raw food, and after contact with animals/waste.

Health & Safety- Use dedicated preparation surfaces/boards and keep the area clean.
Report spills immediately to prevent slips.

Equipment: Scales/Measures: Precise portion size. Dedicated Scoop: Transferring food (prevents cross-contamination). Dedicated Can Opener: Opening tins. Safety: Clean all utensils before and after every use.

Preparation Procedures: Check the Diet Sheet (correct animal/food). 2. Wash Hands. 3. Prepare Feed(e.g., thawing, soaking, chopping). 4. Measure Precisely (portion control). 5. Deliver Feed.
Importance: Ensures animals get the correct, safe, and nutritious amount.Preparation by Type Frozen: Thaw slowly in a fridge, then warm to room temperature. Fresh: Wash and cut to suit the animal.

Equipment and Preparation Procedures

Legislation

Animal Welfare Act 2006

Focus: PROTECTING THE ANIMAL

This law states you must provide for the 5 Welfare Needs.

• Need for a suitable diet: You legally must provide the right food and fresh water.

• Consequence: It is illegal to let an animal starve or become dangerously obese.

Health & Safety at Work Act 1974

Focus: PROTECTING YOU

This law keeps staff safe while working.

• Employer Duty: Must provide training (e.g., safe knife use) and PPE.

• Your Duty: You must wear PPE (gloves, aprons) and follow safety rules. Don't take risks!

Waste disposal

The Bins

• General Waste: Wrappers, plastics.

• Recycling: Clean tins, cardboard boxes.

• Clinical Waste (Yellow): Anything infectious.

• Food Waste: Specific bins for animal waste. Usually compost bins for fruit, veg and leaves.

Multiple Choice

What bin do you put food waste in?

• Recycling bin
• Trash bin
• Compost bin
• Hazardous waste bin

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between the health and safety act and animal welfare act?

• The Health and Safety Act pertains to workplace safety for humans, while the Animal Welfare Act focuses on the treatment and welfare of animals.

• The Health and Safety Act focuses on food safety regulations, while the Animal Welfare Act addresses workplace conditions.
• The Health and Safety Act is about environmental protection, while the Animal Welfare Act deals with public health.
• The Health and Safety Act regulates animal care standards, while the Animal Welfare Act ensures human safety.

Drag and Drop

It is important to ​

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an animals feeding sheet to ensure ​

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that has been carefully planned to meet it's ​

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Your practical assessment

1.1  Work in a healthy and safe way  which complies with legislation

1.2 Check report that the correct quantities and types of animal feed have been delivered and that they are in an acceptable condition

1.3 Move, store and handle 2 types of animal feed safely, and in a way that protects it from damage and contamination and minimises wastage

1.4 Store animal feed safely  according to instructions, in the  order in which it is to be used

1.5 Check stored animal feed  regularly for any signs of pest  infestation and report this to the  appropriate person straight  away

1.6 Check stock levels regularly and  tell the appropriate person if stocks are low

Assist with preparing feed for animals

2.1 Wash their hands effectively  before and after handling animal  feed

2.2 Obtain the equipment and  materials needed to prepare and  serve animal feed

2.3 Clean work surfaces, utensils and  equipment effectively before and  after use

2.4 Identify the type and quantity of  animal feed required for each  animal from feeding plans

2.5 Prepare the required amount of  animal feed according to  instructions in a way that  minimises wastage

2.6 Use the appropriate utensils in a  hygienic way according to  instructions

2.7 Work in a healthy and safe way  that complies with legislation

2.8 Dispose of any stale and  unusable animal feed in a safe  place and put equipment and  utensils away safely