Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Packaging processes using gas flushing may include:
controlled modified atmosphere packaging
thermoforming.
Workplace requirements may include:
enterprise-specific procedures
OH&S requirements
QA requirements
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
the ability to perform the task to production requirements
work instructions.
OH&S requirements may include:
enterprise OH&S policies, procedures and programs
OH&S legal requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include:
coats and aprons
ear plugs or muffs
eye and facial protection
head-wear
lifting assistance
protective boot covers
protective hand and arm covering
protective head and hair covering
uniforms
waterproof clothing
work, safety or waterproof footwear
requirements set out in standards and codes of practice.
Hygiene and sanitation requirements may include:
relevant government regulations
workplace requirements.
Packaging requirements may include:
cartons
labels
plastic containers
plastic film.
Communication skills include:
communicating with diverse individuals and groups
listening and understanding
reading and interpreting workplace-related documentation
speaking clearly and directly.
Mathematical skills relate to own work and work area problem solving and may include:
accurate recording of time, volume and quantity in standard formats or proformas
interpreting and drawing conclusions from routine charts, bar graphs, pie charts, etc
routine estimations and calculations using a range of specified formula and procedures.
Explanations may be:
completed with the assistance of others
directly related to own work and work area problem-solving
in everyday workplace language and include mathematical language and commonly used technical terms
presented in writing using standard formats or proformas, diagrams, symbols and charts
presented orally.
Regulatory requirements may include:
Export Control Act
hygiene and sanitation requirements
relevant Australian Standards
relevant regulations
requirements set out in AS 4696:2007 Australian Standard for Hygienic Production and Transportation of Meat and Meat Products for Human Consumption
state and territory regulations regarding meat processing.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
The meat industry has specific and clear requirements for evidence. A minimum of three forms of evidence is required to demonstrate competency in the meat industry. This is specifically designed to provide evidence that covers the demonstration in the workplace of all aspects of competency over time.
These requirements are in addition to the requirements for valid, current, authentic and sufficient evidence.

Three forms of evidence means three different kinds of evidence - not three pieces of the same kind. In practice it will mean that most of the unit is covered twice. This increases the legitimacy of the evidence.

All assessment must be conducted against Australian meat industry standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Competency must be demonstrated over time and under typical operating conditions for the enterprise.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in the workplace under normal production conditions.

Resources may include:
appropriate packaging materials
gas flushing equipment compliant with OH&S requirements
manufacturer's requirements
product specifications
workplace procedures
workplace environment.
Method of assessment
Recommended methods of assessment include:
observation over time by workplace referee
quiz
workplace demonstration
supplementary evidence, such as an examination and analysis of a range of out-of-specification product and determination of corrective action required.

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander, gender, or language backgrounds other than English. Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role.
Guidance information for assessment
A current list of resources for this Unit of Competency is available from MINTRAC www.mintrac.com.au or telephone 1800 817 462.