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Perform skin fleshing operation

Perform skin fleshing operation

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPA2146
State Code
BAZ65
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 fleshing machinery in a fellmongering process.This unit is applicable to workers operating a fleshing machine in a fellmongering plant.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. Feed skins for flesher
  • 1.1 Open and inspect skins for defects according to workplace requirements.
  • 1.2 Treat defective skins in accordance with workplace requirements.
  • 1.3 Feed skins to fleshing machine operator in accordance with workplace and health and safety requirements.
2. Flesh skins
  • 2.1 Operate fleshing machine in accordance with workplace and health and safety requirements, and manufacturer's specifications.
  • 2.2 Flesh skins in accordance with workplace and health and safety requirements, and customer specifications.
  • 2.3 Monitor skins for correct fleshing in accordance with workplace requirements.
  • 2.4 Perform routine maintenance of fleshing machine in accordance with workplace requirements and manufacturer's specifications.
  • 2.5 Process and batch skins in their mobs for identification.
3. De-burr skins (where applicable)
  • 3.1 Remove burrs and vegetable matter in accordance with workplace and health and safety requirements.
  • 3.2 Operate and maintain de-burring machinery in accordance with workplace and health and safety requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8881 MTMP2166C Perform skin fleshing operation Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFJ27 AMPHSK207 Operate fleshing machinery Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AD682 AMPSS00017 Fellmongering Skill Set Skill set
BDI0 AMP20316 Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs) Qualification