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Process runners

Process runners

Unit of competency
National Code
MTMP2117A
State Code
W6961
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/02/2008
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2010
Field of Education
110105 - Butchery
Original Release Date
21/07/2010
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to process runners as part of a runner room operation.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Overview runner processing
  • 1.1. Steps in processing the runners are identified.
  • 1.2. Uses of runners are identified.
  • 1.3. Runner specifications, defects and grading are identified and explained.
  • 1.4. Hygiene and sanitation requirements for the runner room are identified and complied with.
  • 1.5. OH&S requirements for the runner room are identified and complied with.
2. Hang digestive tract on carousel
  • 2.1. Digestive tract is taken from holding bins and hung on carousel, where part of work instructions.
3. Strip runners from digestive tract
  • 3.1. Runners are stripped and placed in ringers according to workplace requirements.
  • 3.2. Waste material on carousel is removed and placed in inedible bin or chute.
4. Wash, grade and pack runners
  • 4.1. Runners are washed and excess water is stripped.
  • 4.2. Runners are counted into bins.
  • 4.3. Runners are inspected for defects and graded.
  • 4.4. Brine mix or salt is added to bins and bins are sealed in accordance with workplace requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
E1595 MTMP2112A Process runners (gold beaters) Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
D8844 MTMP2117B Process runners Unit of competency
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