Taxidermist Legal, Social & Cultural Technicians

The legal boundaries, codes of professional conduct, national and EU regulatory frameworks and legal procedures of working with animals and living organisms, ensuring their welfare and health.

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Animal Welfare Laws

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The study of animal body parts, their structure and dynamic relationships, on a level as demanded by the specific occupation.

The characteristics of different species and breeds of animals (relevant to the occupation).

The procedures, instruments, techniques, materials and chemicals used in conservation and archiving.

The study of the mechanical, physical, bioelectrical and biochemical functioning of animals, their organs and their cells.

Possess information on the various positions animals take in a natural environment and in different circumstances. Not only the anatomy and figure of the animal is important, but especially the …

Clean various body parts of animals for the preparation and tanning of animal skins. Clean body parts such as skin, skeleton, antlers or horns by using cleaning techniques, according to …

Manufacture the form of the animal and mount the bones to form the animal's structure using wires, cotton and clay. For a larger animals, use also a mould, metal structure …

Finish the animals structure by attaching other parts and accessories to the structure, such as a nose, ears, eyes or tail. For bigger animals, glue also the skin to the …

Skin animals in an appropriate manner considering the end purpose of the skin. Strip off the hide of an animal to prepare for processing the carcass, or to use the …

The science of applying animal anatomy, physiology, ecology, and behaviour in a particular practical context.

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The composition, structure, and properties of substances and the processes and transformations that they undergo; the uses of different chemicals and their interactions, production techniques, risk factors, and disposal methods.

The dynamic relationship of human structure and function and the muscosceletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, reproductive, integumentary and nervous systems; normal and altered anatomy and physiology throughout the human …

The international regulations related to the development and use of ICT products.

Apply a layer of protective solutions such as permethrine to protect the product from damage such as corrosion, fire or parasites, using a spray gun or paintbrush.

Create animal records according to industry relevant information and using appropriate record keeping systems.

Provide customers with accurate and up-to-date information about charges and price rates.

Apply painting techniques such as 'trompe l'oeil', 'faux finishing' and aging techniques.

Manufacture the base or pedestal for a product so it can be mounted on top of it so the product can maintain its position and is easier to place.

Create a scenery display that represents the natural environment of the displayed product.

Identify and label the different parts of goods or materials to ensure they are well kept for later use.

Provide order information to customers by telephone or e-mail; clearly communicate about price ratings, shipping dates and possible delays.

Consult documentation and perform the necessary tasks such as replace parts, repair fur or change the colours, to return the item back to its original condition and maintain its authenticity.