This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to cut off front legs, back legs or dew claws manually and with the aid of mechanical cutters.This unit is applicable to workers on a slaughter floor, knackery or wild game processing establishment who are required to cut hocks or dew claws.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.