Unit of competency Outline
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Clean carcase hanging equipment
Clean carcase hanging equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
MTMP2192B
MTMP2192B
State Code
D8900
D8900
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/07/2012
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
17/07/2012
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to clean hanging equipment such as rollers, gambrels, spreaders, shackles and hooks which are either iron or plastic.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Clean carcase hanging equipment
- 1.1. Hanging equipment is rotated through cleaning, rinsing and, where applicable, oiling tanks, in accordance with workplace requirements.
- 1.2. Cleaning chemicals are handled in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements.
- 1.3. Damaged spreaders etc are identified and dealt with in accordance with workplace requirements.
- 1.4. Level and concentration of cleaning tank is monitored and adjusted to ensure complete sanitising of iron work.
- 1.5. OH&S risks are identified and OH&S procedures are followed.
- 1.6. OH&S requirements related to chemical and manual handling hazards are followed when loading and unloading tanks.
- 1.7. Hoists are used in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, workplace and OH&S requirements.
2. Maintain flow of equipment cleaning process
- 2.1. Hanging equipment is inspected for damage and when necessary, sent for repair or disposal.
- 2.2. Spreaders, gambles and any other hanging equipment are returned to the slaughter floor promptly.
- 2.3. Spreaders, gambles and any other hanging equipment are processed and handled to avoid damage.
- 2.4. Work area is kept neat and clean with clear segregation of sanitised and non-sanitised iron work.
- 2.5. Difficulties encountered with maintaining the flow through the cleaning process are reported promptly to the supervisor.
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.
Carcase hanging equipment to be cleaned may include:
chains
gambrels
hooks
rollers
spreaders.
Carcase hanging equipment may be conveyed to and from production areas by:
forklift mesh or metal bins
mechanised chain
wheeled bins.
OH&S requirements may include:
enterprise OH&S policies, procedures and programs
OH&S legal requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include:
coat and apron
ear plugs or muffs
eye and facial protection
head-wear
lifting assistance
mesh apron
protective boot covers
protective hand and arm covering
protective head and hair covering
specialised PPE for the handling of chemicals
uniforms
waterproof clothing
work, safety or waterproof footwear
requirements for the handling of chemicals
requirements set out in standards, codes of practice etc.
Workplace requirements may include:
documentation of chemical use
enterprise-specific requirements
OH&S requirements
Quality Assurance requirements
Standard Operating Procedures
the ability to perform the task to production requirements
work instructions.
Mechanical handling aids may include:
electric hoist
forklift
manual block and chain.
The variety of materials to be cleaned may include steel, plastics, teflon etc.
Regulatory requirements may include:
environmental protection standards, controls and protocols
Export Control Act
hygiene and sanitation requirements
relevant regulations
requirements for the handling and storage of chemicals
requirements set out in AS 4696:2007 Australian Standard for Hygienic Production and Transportation of Meat and Meat Products for Human Consumption
state regulations regarding meat processing.
Communication skills may include:
listening and understanding
sharing information
speaking clearly and directly
working with diverse individuals and groups.
A variety of cleaning and oiling agents may be used.
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.
Carcase hanging equipment to be cleaned may include:
chains
gambrels
hooks
rollers
spreaders.
Carcase hanging equipment may be conveyed to and from production areas by:
forklift mesh or metal bins
mechanised chain
wheeled bins.
OH&S requirements may include:
enterprise OH&S policies, procedures and programs
OH&S legal requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include:
coat and apron
ear plugs or muffs
eye and facial protection
head-wear
lifting assistance
mesh apron
protective boot covers
protective hand and arm covering
protective head and hair covering
specialised PPE for the handling of chemicals
uniforms
waterproof clothing
work, safety or waterproof footwear
requirements for the handling of chemicals
requirements set out in standards, codes of practice etc.
Workplace requirements may include:
documentation of chemical use
enterprise-specific requirements
OH&S requirements
Quality Assurance requirements
Standard Operating Procedures
the ability to perform the task to production requirements
work instructions.
Mechanical handling aids may include:
electric hoist
forklift
manual block and chain.
The variety of materials to be cleaned may include steel, plastics, teflon etc.
Regulatory requirements may include:
environmental protection standards, controls and protocols
Export Control Act
hygiene and sanitation requirements
relevant regulations
requirements for the handling and storage of chemicals
requirements set out in AS 4696:2007 Australian Standard for Hygienic Production and Transportation of Meat and Meat Products for Human Consumption
state regulations regarding meat processing.
Communication skills may include:
listening and understanding
sharing information
speaking clearly and directly
working with diverse individuals and groups.
A variety of cleaning and oiling agents may be used.
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 when meeting the normal demands of the processing area.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must be undertaken at an operating meat processing plant.
Method of assessment
Recommended methods of assessment are:
quiz of underpinning knowledge
workplace demonstration of competency for the assessor
workplace referee or third party report of performance over time.
Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, 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.
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 when meeting the normal demands of the processing area.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must be undertaken at an operating meat processing plant.
Method of assessment
Recommended methods of assessment are:
quiz of underpinning knowledge
workplace demonstration of competency for the assessor
workplace referee or third party report of performance over time.
Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality, 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.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAZ47 | AMPA2171 | Clean carcase hanging equipment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D595 | MTM20111 | Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs) | Qualification |