Skill set Outline
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Carcase Trimming (Specifications Trim - Whizzard Knife) Skill Set
Carcase Trimming (Specifications Trim - Whizzard Knife) Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
MTMSS00009
MTMSS00009
State Code
AB911
AB911
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
19/12/2011
Current Release Date
19/12/2011
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
—
Nominal Hours
170
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 19/12/2011 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
Not applicable.
Pathway Information
The Units of Competency comprising the Carcase Trimming (Specifications Trim - Whizzard Knife) Skill Set are drawn from AQF level II in the Qualifications, and can be counted towards other Qualifications where this is in accordance with the Qualification requirements.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Target Group
Typically the trainee is an existing employee who will be able to trim a carcase to achieve a carcase specification trim using a whizzard knife.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This Skill Set from the MTM11 Australian Meat Industry Training Package meets the industry requirements for trimming a carcase to specification using a whizzard knife.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8750 | MTMCOR202A | Apply hygiene and sanitation practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8752 | MTMCOR204A | Follow safe work policies and procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8792 | MTMP2032C | Operate whizzard knife | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D9017 | MTMPSR203A | Sharpen knives | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8811 | MTMP2052C | Trim forequarter to specification | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D8812 | MTMP2053C | Trim hindquarter to specification | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD703 | AMPSS00009 | Carcase Trimming (Specifications Trim - Whizzard Knife) Skill Set | Skill set |