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Meat Processing Livestock Handler Skill Set

Meat Processing Livestock Handler Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
AMPSS00045
State Code
AD658
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
230
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 handle animals when preparing for slaughter in meat processing plants, feedlots or saleyards.
Pathway Information
The units of competency comprising the Meat Processing Livestock Stock Handler Skill Set are drawn from AQF levels II and III 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 a company employee who is engaged in the handling and management of stock at a meat processing plant, feedlots or sale yards.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This Skill Set from the AMP Australian Meat Industry Training Package meets the industry requirements for humane handling of animals when preparing for slaughter in meat processing plants, feedlots or saleyards.
General notes
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AB907 MTMSS00047 Meat Processing Livestock Handler Skill Set Skill set