Scan an animal to locate a microchip

Description

Scan the animal carefully, using the correct procedure for the type of scanner, to locate the possible presence of a microchip. Check the data on the relevant database or other documentation where a microchip is detected. Use the back track system to identify who implanted the chip, where a chip is not listed in a database.

Alternative labels

scan animals to locate microchips
scan animals to locate micro-chips
use scanner to locate microchips in animals
scan an animal to locate a micro-chip
scan an animal for locating a microchip
apply correct scanning procedure to locate microchips in animals

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Scan an animal to locate a microchip is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Optional skill

Scan an animal to locate a microchip is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Animal care attendant: Animal care attendants provide routine care for non-production animals, which may include feeding, watering, cleaning, exercise and enrichment, grooming, training and monitoring of the health and welfare, in accordance with national legislation.

 


 

References

  1. Scan an animal to locate a microchip – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022