Social ServiceISCO 5164

Cattle pedicure

Cattle pedicures are specialists in taking care of hooves of cattle, in compliance with any regulatory requirement set by the national legal authority.

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Rate 5 of the 7 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.

assess environmental influences on bovine feet

control animal movement

manage animal biosecurity

apply animal hygiene practices

operate hooves trimming tools

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (7)

assess environmental influences on bovine feetassess environmental influences on bovine feetAssess the environment and how it can influence the health of the bovine foot. Environmental factors include diet, housing, and exposure to the environment.control animal movementcontrol animal movementDirect, control or restrain some or part of an animal's, or a group of animals', movement.manage animal biosecuritymanage animal biosecurityPlan and use appropriate biosafety measures to prevent transmission of diseases and ensure effective overall biosecurity. Maintain and follow biosecurity procedures and infection control when working ...apply animal hygiene practicesapply animal hygiene practicesPlan and use appropriate hygiene measures to prevent transmission of diseases and ensure an effective overall hygiene. Maintain and follow hygiene procedures and regulations when working with animals,...operate hooves trimming toolsoperate hooves trimming toolsSelection and usage of appropriate tools and equipment for trimming bovine hooves. Carry out the trimming of bovine hooves to maintain hoof health, welfare of the animal and productivity taking into a...carry out post hoof-trimming activitiescarry out post hoof-trimming activitiesDiscuss and agree on a husbandry plan (written or verbal), which may contain information on workload, environmental conditions, devices and non-prescription topical applications being used.assess the care requirements of bovine feetassess the care requirements of bovine feetInspect the foot and hoof for signs of injury, wear, or damage. Decide how to care for the health and wellbeing of the bovine.
Optional (2) — show
use different communication channelsuse different communication channelsMake use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.work independently in agriculturework independently in agriculturePerform tasks individually in livestock and animal production services by taking decisions without help. Handle tasks and tackle with issues or problems without any outside assistance.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a cattle pedicure do?

Cattle pedicures are specialists in taking care of hooves of cattle, in compliance with any regulatory requirement set by the national legal authority.

What skills does a cattle pedicure need?

A cattle pedicure needs 7 essential skills, including assess environmental influences on bovine feet, control animal movement, manage animal biosecurity, apply animal hygiene practices, operate hooves trimming tools.

Will AI replace cattle pedicure jobs?

The AI disruption score for cattle pedicure is 11/100 (very low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: use different communication channels, manage animal biosecurity, assess environmental influences on bovine feet. Most resilient: control animal movement, operate hooves trimming tools, carry out post hoof-trimming activities.

Quick Facts

ISCO GroupPersonal service workers
Essential Skills7

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