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Operate wool puller

Operate wool puller

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPA2148
State Code
BAZ69
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
30
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a wool pulling machine in a fellmongering operation.This unit is applicable to workers in a fellmongering plant who are operating machinery to pull wool from sweated skins.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. Operate wool puller
  • 1.1 Perform start-up and shut-down procedures.
  • 1.2 Operate wool puller according to work instructions.
  • 1.3 Monitor skins to ensure wool is pulled correctly.
  • 1.4 Operate puller according to workplace health and safety requirements including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • 1.5 Clean and check machinery according to workplace requirements.
  • 1.6 Report processing difficulties to supervisor.
  • 1.7 Monitor wool flow to ensure no bottlenecks.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8883 MTMP2168B Operate wool puller Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFI99 AMPHSK208 Operate wool puller Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDI0 AMP20316 Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs) Qualification