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Manage transportation of meat, meat products and meat by-products

Manage transportation of meat, meat products and meat by-products

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPMGT510
State Code
AVW95
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/05/2016
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
03/05/2016
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to schedule and monitor the hygienic, safe and secure transportation of meat, meat products and meat by-products, for domestic or international markets. The efficient transportation of meat, meat products and meat by-products results in the satisfaction of customer requirements.This unit is of use to livestock buyers and coordinators, transport managers and finance managers operating in a meat industry context.At this level individuals exercise considerable responsibility and accountability within enterprise structures and are required to make primary contributions to the values, goals and operations of the enterprise. They will typically have responsibility for establishing and reviewing systems for their site or department. They may be assisted by external experts to develop plans and strategies.This unit must be delivered in the context of Australian meat industry standards and regulations.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Implement requirements for the transportation of meat, meat products and meat by-products
  • 1.1 Identify and follow regulatory, customer and enterprise requirements for the hygienic, safe and timely transportation of meat, meat products and meat by-products
  • 1.2 Assess and allocate resource requirements
2. Establish transportation policies and procedures
  • 2.1 Develop systems and procedures for the operation of meat transport vehicles for the hygienic and safe transport of meat, meat products and meat by-products
  • 2.2 Develop security procedures and systems
  • 2.3 Establish and maintain reporting and recording procedures
  • 2.4 Develop and monitor supplier quality requirements and standards
  • 2.5 Inform and mentor personnel, including contractors, in the performance of their obligations and responsibilities, including workplace health and safety
3. Manage transportation logistics
  • 3.1 Analyse and select transport options
  • 3.2 Prepare and negotiate contracts and schedules according to customer and production requirements
  • 3.3 Complete documentation according to enterprise, customer and regulatory requirements
  • 3.4 Maintain vehicles to ensure the hygienic transportation of meat
  • 3.5 Operate storage facilities according to enterprise and regulatory requirements
  • 3.6 Track and monitor consignments
4. Determine and manage transportation costs
  • 4.1 Calculate cost of storage and transport
  • 4.2 Prepare and monitor transport budget
  • 4.3 Review procedures for cost savings
5. Manage contingencies
  • 5.1 Develop contingency plans according to enterprise requirements
  • 5.2 Analyse changing circumstances, and prioritise and clarify responses
  • 5.3 Communicate impacts of changed schedules to all relevant parties
6. Review transportation of meat, meat products and meat by-products to improve customer service
  • 6.1 Monitor and review resources, procedures and schedules for effectiveness and efficiency
  • 6.2 Include customer feedback and requirements in review of transportation procedures and schedules
  • 6.3 Involve team in continuous improvement processes
7. Establish effective communication with customers
  • 7.1 Determine customer requirements
  • 7.2 Resolve customer complaints promptly
  • 7.3 Ensure communication strategies are inclusive of the cultural, ethnic and social diversity of individuals and groups
8. Produce reports
  • 8.1 Produce reports according to legal and enterprise requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D9014 MTMPS5610C Manage transportation of meat, meat products and meat by-products Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODC08 AMPMGT513 Manage transportation of meat, meat products and meat by-products Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AYV2 AMP60115 Advanced Diploma of Meat Processing Qualification
AYV1 AMP50215 Diploma of Meat Processing Qualification