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Operate a poultry carcase delivery system

Operate a poultry carcase delivery system

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPP301
State Code
BBH51
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
23/01/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/04/2018
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
06/04/2018
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, set up and operate a carcase delivery system to deliver birds to the packaging area to meet production orders.This unit applies to individuals who apply basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of a carcase delivery system in a poultry production environment.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory food safety, work health and safety, and environmental codes, regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare the poultry carcase delivery system for operation
  • 1.1 Select and load computer program to suit product requirements
  • 1.2 Control line start-up to meet production requirements
  • 1.3 Identify bird drop requirements
  • 1.4 Set system to meet production requirements
  • 1.5 Identify and fit personal protective clothing and equipment as required by workplace safety procedures
  • 1.6 Carry out pre-start checks according to workplace procedures
2. Monitor system operation
  • 2.1 Enter new orders and set system parameters to meet requirements through the day
  • 2.2 Adjust priorities to meet production and customer requirements
  • 2.3 Monitor weight ranges and adjust system settings to meet customer orders
  • 2.4 Identify variation in equipment operation and report maintenance requirements
  • 2.5 Confirm that specifications are met
  • 2.6 Identify, rectify or report out-of-specification product or process outcomes according to workplace requirements
3. Hand over system operation
  • 3.1 Maintain workplace records in required format
  • 3.2 Carry out handover according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Ensure process operators are aware of system and related equipment status at completion of handover
4. Shut down the system
  • 4.1 Identify and implement the appropriate shutdown procedure
  • 4.2 Identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
5. Contribute to continuous improvement of the system
  • 5.1 Review system performance against output targets
  • 5.2 Suggest opportunities for system improvements
  • 5.3 Suggest improvements to operational procedures or processes
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4710 FDFPO3001A Operate a chickway system Unit of competency