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Perform carcase Meat Hygiene Assessment

Perform carcase Meat Hygiene Assessment

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPA3072
State Code
BAY87
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/12/2016
Field of Education
110111 - Food Hygiene
Original Release Date
13/12/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor carcase hygiene.This unit is applicable to workers monitoring carcase hygiene either on the slaughter floor or performing a pre-boning carcase assessment at either integrated or independent boning rooms.All work should be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, customer requirements and product specifications.This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work including limited responsibility for the work of others. They provide and communicate solutions to a range of predictable problems.No 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. Monitor carcase product
  • 1.1 Select samples for assessment according to the approved sampling plan for sample size and frequency
  • 1.2 Conduct assessment utilising appropriate facilities, lighting and time
  • 1.3 Monitor carcases for defects according to the agreed criteria and classification
  • 1.4 Scan carcases using the approved scanning lines
  • 1.5 Record defects accurately using the correct forms or electronic system
  • 1.6 Implement immediate corrective action according to the Meat Hygiene Assessment (MHA) program's requirements
  • 1.7 Monitor carcases according to the workplace requirements for hygiene and sanitation, and workplace health and safety
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8958 MTMP3074B Perform carcase Meat Hygiene Assessment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFA23 AMPQUA304 Perform carcase Meat Hygiene Assessment Unit of competency