38 Questions
What is the minimum qualification an animal care staff member must have?
Level 2 Animal Care
What is a necessary aspect of animal housing?
Well-constructed and damage-free enclosures
What is essential for animal accommodation?
Space, cleanliness, and ventilation
How should predator and prey species be housed?
In separate enclosures, out of sound and smell
What is necessary for animal care?
Providing a suitable diet and enrichment
How often should water and food bowls be disinfected?
Weekly
What is the requirement for selling animals as pets according to Hopeville Council?
A copy of the licence must be on the wall
What type of training has Alex received?
Feline behaviour online course
What is the purpose of the isolation room?
To keep ill and new animals
What is a requirement for selling animals?
Selling animals as singles
What records must be updated when an animal is sold?
Animal records
What training has Kim received?
Staff induction training and HNC Environmental Studies
What is a requirement for selling fish?
Advising customers of how sensitive fish are
What qualification does Lucca have?
Level 3 Retail and Customer Service
How many hours will learners have to read Part A, carry out research, and compile notes?
Three hours
What type of information can learners access during the monitored sessions?
Research materials, including books, journals, the internet, and notes from prior learning
Can learners prepare potential responses during the monitored sessions?
No, they must not prepare potential responses
How many sides of A4 notes can learners produce during the monitored sessions?
Two sides of A4
What style of information should learner notes contain?
Short, bullet-point style information
Who checks learner notes to ensure they comply with the limitations?
Teachers/tutors
What happens to learner notes after the completion of the assessment?
They are retained by the centre and may be requested by Pearson
During the monitored sessions, can learners work in groups?
No, they must work independently
What is the total number of marks for Task?
60 marks
What is the name of the pet shop that requires a welfare appraisal?
Valeshire Pets
What is the purpose of conducting a welfare appraisal at Valeshire Pets?
To prepare for the next licensing inspection
What type of animals are sold at Valeshire Pets?
Small mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish
What is the focus of Activity 4?
The ethical issues surrounding the use of animals in education
What is the total number of marks for Activity 4?
20 marks
What is the purpose of the documentation collected for the welfare appraisal?
To support the welfare appraisal and action plan
How many activities are there in the task booklet?
4 activities
What is the purpose of conducting a welfare appraisal at Valeshire Pets?
To prepare for the next licensing inspection
What is the duration of the supervised assessment period?
3 hours
What is the penalty for sharing work with other learners during the preparation period?
Must work independently
What type of animals does Valeshire Pets sell?
Small mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish
Who cannot give feedback during the preparation period?
Teacher/Tutor
What is the purpose of the Stimulus Material Booklet?
For use in Part B set task
How many parts are there in the task?
3 parts
What is the importance of keeping the Stimulus Material Booklet secure?
To prevent unauthorized access
Study Notes
Valeshire Pets Sales Policy
- All animals must be health checked before they are sold.
- All animals must be sold with a suitable cage/accommodation.
- All animals must be sold with the correct food.
- All animals sold must have their records updated stating the date they were sold.
- As soon as an animal is sold, another must be ordered to maintain stock availability.
- All animals should be sold as individuals, not in pairs or groups.
- Special sales advice is required for fish and hamsters/chinchillas due to their sensitive nature and nocturnal behavior.
Valeshire Pets Staff Qualifications and Training
- Alex (manager): A level Biology, A level Maths, Level 2 Animal Care, Feline behaviour online course, and First aid training.
- Kim: HNC Environmental Studies, Staff induction training.
- Brad: Studying at college Level 1 Animal Care.
- Lucca: Level 3 Retail and Customer Service, Staff induction training.
Valeshire Pets Daily Plan
- No plan provided.
Hopeville Council Guidance for Licensing of Activities Involving Animals
- A copy of the licence must be displayed on the wall.
- Copies of all animals’ records must be filled in daily and kept for three years.
- An isolation room is required for ill and new animals.
- No animal can be sold unless a staff member with a Level 2 Animal Care qualification is present.
- Staff should have animal healthcare guides and policies to follow.
- All staff caring for animals must have a Level 2 Animal Care qualification.
- Animal housing must be well constructed, and checked for damage to prevent injury, illness, disease, or escape.
- Accommodation must provide suitable space, cleanliness, ventilation, and temperature, with consideration for noise and light levels.
- Animals must be kept in a way that meets their behavioural needs, including predator and prey species separation, and normal behaviour patterns.
- Animals must be fed a suitable diet, with water and food bowls checked and cleaned daily, and disinfected weekly.
- All animals must have suitable enrichment and be able to exercise.
This quiz covers the rules and regulations for selling animals in a pet store, including health checks, suitable housing, and record keeping.
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