Year 11 November Mocks

1- Hygiene before starting

• Wash hands to remove dirt and grease

  —>This kills bacteria to stop the spread of infection and disease.

• Clean all surfaces that are being used with anti-bacterial spray.

2- Choosing correct PPE

• Disposable gloves to prevent cross-contamination of bacteria.

—> Not going to get on hands which stops disease spreading

—> Meets the rule ‘Animals should be protected against pain, suffering and disease’

• Coveralls to protect uniform.

3- Choosing correct substrate

• Wood shavings along the bottom

—> Absorbs urine meaning less smell

—> Allows hamster to burrow meeting the rule ‘Animals should be able to exhibit natural behaviours.’

—> No dust to help protect their lungs

4- Choosing bedding for house

• Paper bedding

—> Non-toxic and not poisonous

—> No dust

—> Good insulator of heat (keeps it warm)

—> Comfy bedding

—> Absorbs urine (less smell)

5- Attaching the house to the platform

• Secured by clips

—> Hamster could be hurt if too loose.

—> Links to need if ‘must be protected from pain, suffering and disease.”

6- Food preparation

• In a bowl

• Measure accurately using by a scale.

• Add 5g

—> Don’t overfeed or underfeed

—> Meets the rule ‘should have the correct diet for its weight and age.’

7- Bathing sand preparation

• Dust bath

—> Removes excess oils from fur.

8- Covering tunnel holes

• Makes cage secure

• Prevents the hamster from injuring themselves

9- Attaching base to the cage

• Should be clipped and secure. Check it is secure.

10- Attaching the wheel to the cage

• Appropriate height

• Secure, not loose.

11- Attaching water bottle

• Drip-feed water bottle

—> Prevents water from spilling

—> Can measure water intake to track health.

12- Final security checks

• Check all doors and clips for security.

• Check for loose fixtures