Unit of competency Outline
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Operate carton scales
Operate carton scales
Unit of competency
National Code
MTMP2082B
MTMP2082B
State Code
W6947
W6947
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/09/2007
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
28/09/2007
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to weigh carton meat, record carton details and check the meat cuts against the product description on the carton in accordance with workplace requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Check scales
- 1.1. All scales are checked regularly according to operational procedures and regulatory requirements to ensure hot weights are accurate.
- 1.2. Scales are checked to ensure they read zero after taring.
- 1.3. Appropriate personnel are notified if scales are not accurate.
2. Test weights
- 2.1. Clean and undamaged mass is combined to determine maximum operational weight for production.
- 2.2. Scale readings are recorded at a minimum of two increments to ensure scales are checked accurately.
- 2.3. Test weights are certified in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements.
3. Record check measure
- 3.1. All results of check measures are accurately recorded according to workplace requirements.
- 3.2. Results are verified according to workplace requirements.
4. Weigh carton
- 4.1. Carton is weighed and weight read.
- 4.2. Net weight of carton is checked to ensure compliance with workplace requirements and customer specifications.
- 4.3. Weight of carton is recorded (where this forms part of work instruction).
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1574 | MTMP2082A | Operate carton scales | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8830 | MTMP2082C | Operate carton scales | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W305 | MTM20407 | Certificate II in Meat Processing (Food Services) | Qualification |