Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 10:37 PM AWST
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Trim hides, skins or leather
Trim hides, skins or leather
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTHL2011A
LMTHL2011A
State Code
W7360
W7360
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/10/2014
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
17/10/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for the range of trimming tasks that are performed to support the production processes in the processing of hide, skin and leather.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare equipment
- 1.1 Personal safety equipment, where needed, is obtained, selected and checked to ensure appropriateness
- 1.2 Knives are selected and their condition checked for suitability
- 1.3 Knives are sharpened or prepared, as required
2 Trim materials
- 2.1 Trimming requirements are confirmed with operator or supervisor for required task or process
- 2.2 Trimming is assessed, as required, in accordance with task requirements and workplace procedures
- 2.3 Waste is monitored and disposed of in accordance with environmental and workplace procedures
3 Clean and store equipment
- 3.1 Equipment is cleaned appropriately in readiness for next application
- 3.2 Equipment is stored after use in accordance with workplace and OHS practices
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Sharpened or prepared may include
cleaning
honing or sharpening
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Sharpened or prepared may include
cleaning
honing or sharpening
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
confirm trimming requirements
sharpen and prepare knives as required
perform trimming tasks
clean and store equipment
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
confirm trimming requirements
sharpen and prepare knives as required
perform trimming tasks
clean and store equipment
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Context and specific resources for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment and requires access to work areas, materials and equipment and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1865 | LMTPRHL11A | Trim hides, skins or leather | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAV57 | MSTHL2005 | Trim hides, skins or leather | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W375 | LMT30907 | Certificate III in Leather Production | Qualification |
| W363 | LMT21207 | Certificate II in Leather Production | Qualification |