Land-Based: Synoptic Assignment Preparation

The point at which we start this section depends upon the successful completion of the 3 content areas listed (Land use, Science & Technology).

After the November mock exams, we will complete a previous Synoptic Assignment together and I will then mark them to the standards set out by our awarding body. From this, you can plan improvements to your methods etc.
No Later than the end of February, you will complete the "unseen" assignment set by the awarding body in examination conditions.
Your work, along with my record sheets will be uploaded to the awarding body for moderation.

Before you begin to construct your Synoptic Assignment, you get an opportunity to make some notes. These notes need to be checked by your teacher and you are allowed to take them into the lessons inwhich you are working on your Synoptic Assignment. These are very important because, although you will be typing up your work, the computers will not allow you to access the internet. These notes are a maximum of 2 sides of A4, use the the space wisely.

You need to produce 2 detailed risk assessments. The first is for your soil testing proceedure and the second is for your handling of the animals (health checks and the feeding/cleaning).
Remember the key words:
Hazard: A hazard is anything that has the potential to cause harm/hurt somebody.
Risk: This is how likely it is that hazard will cause harm.
In the risk assessment, you need to identiry all of the hazards such as sharp objects, sharp teeth, slippery surfaces. Then, for each, say how likely they are to hurt somebody. Now you can identify the things that you have done in order to reduce the risk then reevaluate the chances of harm taking place (residual risk).