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Operate wet rendering process

Operate wet rendering process

Unit of competency
National Code
MTMP3084B
State Code
W6727
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/02/2008
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/08/2009
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
18/08/2009
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to operate wet rendering process.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Operate metal detector
  • 1.1. Metal detector sensitivity is checked regularly.
  • 1.2. Metal detector is operated in accordance with workplace requirements.
2. Operate and maintain size reduction equipment
  • 2.1. Mincer is operated in accordance with workplace requirements.
  • 2.2. Knives and plates are changed daily in accordance with workplace requirements.
  • 2.3. Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements are identified and complied with.
3. Monitor pre-heating
  • 3.1. Start-up procedure is performed in accordance with workplace and manufacturer's requirements.
  • 3.2. Feed rate is monitored.
  • 3.3. In and out feed is balanced.
4. Monitor press or decanter
  • 4.1. Press or decanter is monitored in accordance with workplace and manufacturer's specifications.
5. Monitor movement of solids to dryer
  • 5.1. Temperature is monitored in accordance with workplace requirements.
  • 5.2. Feed rate is monitored.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
E1708 MTMP3084A Operate wet rendering process Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
D8965 MTMP3084C Operate wet rendering process Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
W309 MTM30407 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Rendering) Qualification