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Operate electrical stimulator

Operate electrical stimulator

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPA2009
State Code
BBA71
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/08/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/12/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
13/12/2016
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate manual carcase stimulation equipment or monitor automatic carcase stimulation equipment.The unit is applicable to slaughter floor operatives responsible for the operation or monitoring of manual or automatic carcase stimulators.All work should be carried out to comply with workplace and hygiene requirements. This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision, exercise limited autonomy and have some accountability for their own work.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.This unit must be delivered and assessed in the context of Australian meat processing standards and regulations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Conduct pre-operational check of stimulation equipment
  • 1.1 Regularly check electrical stimulation unit to ensure it is in good working order
  • 1.2 Maintain equipment by cleaning electrodes (where applicable)
  • 1.3 Replace circuit boards or cards if a fault develops (where this forms part of operator's work instructions)
2. Follow effective electrical stimulation procedures
  • 2.1 Apply electrical stimulation within the required time after stunning
  • 2.2 Ensure constant contact with electrodes during stimulation
  • 2.3 Identify and meet workplace health and safety requirements
  • 2.4 Run stimulation to its full time in accordance with the workplace or manufacturer's specifications for the type of stimulation equipment
  • 2.5 When using the nasal or rail methods, maintain the carcase contact with the rubbing bar during electrical stimulation to ensure stimulation is effective
  • 2.6 Prevent loss of voltage by keeping carcases separated during stimulation
  • 2.7 Check and maintain peak voltage levels to ensure effective stimulation
  • 2.8 Stimulate carcase in accordance with workplace requirements
3. Check for ineffective stimulation
  • 3.1 Check electrical stimulation unit regularly to ensure that current is maintained to specified level, stimulation is applied within specified time limits after stunning, and duration of stimulation meets workplace requirements
  • 3.2 Check electrodes to ensure they are attached during stimulation
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8775 MTMP2013C Operate electrical stimulator Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFJ70 AMPCRP201 Operate electrical stimulator Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDI0 AMP20316 Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs) Qualification