Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 9:56 AM AWST
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Perform manual chemical lean testing
Perform manual chemical lean testing
Unit of competency
National Code
AMPQUA309
AMPQUA309
State Code
OFA20
OFA20
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/06/2023
Field of Education
030307 - Food Processing Technology
Original Release Date
21/06/2023
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform chemical lean (CL) testing on carton or container meat. CL is defined as theamount of lean red meat compared to the amount of fat in a meat sample.This unit is applicable to workers in boning rooms taking samples and performing CL testing manually. In this role, workers take responsibility for their own work, and they may take limited responsibility for the work of others and contribute to problem-solving.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, food and meat safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Take samples for testing
- 1.1 Select carton or container meat for testing according to sampling plan
- 1.2 Select and use specified personal protective equipment (PPE)
- 1.3 Handle cartons or containers according to workplace hygiene and health and safety requirements
- 1.4 Identify products to be sampled
- 1.5 Take samples according to workplace requirements and regulatory requirements for CL testing
2. Test samples
- 2.1 Perform pre-operational checks on scales according to workplace requirements
- 2.2 Blend meat samples according to workplace requirements
- 2.3 Tare scales or weigh beaker according to work instruction
- 2.4 Cook and weigh samples according to workplace requirements
- 2.5 Dispose of samples according to workplace requirements
3. Calculate CL
- 3.1 Calculate CL percentage using prescribed formula
- 3.2 Withhold or release containers depending on CL results and workplace requirements
- 3.3 Record and report CL results according to workplace requirements
- 3.4 Identify corrective action and retesting requirements for out-of-specification product
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAY68 | AMPA3100 | Perform manual chemical lean testing | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIZ5 | AMP30622 | Certificate III in Meat Processing | Qualification |