Unit of competency Outline
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Perform 'Y' cut
Perform 'Y' cut
Unit of competency
National Code
AMPA3021
AMPA3021
State Code
BAZ27
BAZ27
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/12/2016
Field of Education
110105 - Butchery
Original Release Date
13/12/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform the 'Y' cut on sheep and goat slaughter floors.This unit is applicable to those performing 'Y' cuts on sheep and goat slaughter floors.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 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. Open the pelt on forelegs
- 1.1 Open pelt on both forelegs in accordance with workplace requirements.
- 1.2 Open pelt in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.
2. Open the pelt
- 2.1 Open pelt on the neck and brisket in accordance with workplace requirements to avoid the risks of damage and contamination to the carcase.
- 2.2 Open pelt is opened on the neck and brisket following workplace health and safety requirements.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8919 | MTMP3016B | Perform 'Y' cut | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDJ0 | AMP30616 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (General) | Qualification |
| BDI9 | AMP30516 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (Slaughtering) | Qualification |