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Carcase Trimming (Specifications Trim - Knife)

Carcase Trimming (Specifications Trim - Knife)

Skill set
National Code
AMPSS00008
State Code
AD697
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
04/08/2016
Current Release Date
04/08/2016
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
160
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 04/08/2016 Current Approved
Description
This Skill Set describes the skills and knowledge to trim a carcase to specification using a knife.
Pathway Information
The Units of Competency comprising the Carcase Trimming (Specifications Trim) 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 using a knife.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This Skill Set from the AMP Australian Meat Industry Training Package meets the industry requirements for trimming a carcase to specification using a knife.
General notes
Schedule
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVX13 AMPCOR202 Apply hygiene and sanitation practices 40 Unit of competency
AVX11 AMPCOR204 Follow safe work policies and procedures 40 Unit of competency
AVW33 AMPX209 Sharpen knives 40 Unit of competency
BBA35 AMPA2045 Trim forequarter to specification 20 Unit of competency
BBA30 AMPA2046 Trim hindquarter to specification 20 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AC017 MTMSS00008 Carcase Trimming (Specifications Trim - Knife) Skill Set Skill set