Unit of competency Outline

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Shackle animal

Shackle animal

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPA2008
State Code
BBA70
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
110105 - Butchery
Original Release Date
13/12/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to shackle and hang an animal on a processing rail after stunning.This unit is applicable to shackling any species either by the front or hind legs either before or after sticking.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. Shackle animal
  • 1.1 Shackle animal in accordance with workplace and workplace health and safety requirements
  • 1.2 Check animal for consciousness (where part of the work instruction)
  • 1.3 Hang animal at a height and rate suitable for next operator
  • 1.4 Where applicable, use a hoist according to workplace requirements
  • 1.5 Check equipment for faults in accordance with work instructions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8774 MTMP2012C Shackle animal Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFJ38 AMPCRP232 Shackle and hang animal Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDI0 AMP20316 Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs) Qualification