Title: Identify safety procedures and protocols specific to animal husbandry.
Course: Agricultural Education - Preparation (18003-II) > Section: Investigating General Animal Care

Identification should include

- required PPE
- zoonotic diseases (e.g., vaccination, medication)
- first aid
- handling procedures
  - grooming
  - using appropriate techniques to hold and restrain animals
  - greeting unfamiliar animals with caution
  - applying safety measures for the human and animal.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to wash one’s hands after handling animals?
- Why is it important to use PPE while handling animals?
- Who would you call with a question about animal care?
- What types of PPE are appropriate for handling animals?
- How would one safely approach an unfamiliar dog?
- What is the technique for picking up and holding a rabbit, hamster, cat, or other animals?