Skill set Outline
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Humane Slaughter of Animals Skill Set
Humane Slaughter of Animals Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
AMPSS00027
AMPSS00027
State Code
AD663
AD663
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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 meet the industry requirements for the humane slaughter of animals in an Australian meat processing plant.
Pathway Information
The units of competency comprising the Humane Slaughter of Animals 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 bleeding of livestock and has responsibility to monitor animal welfare during this process.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This Skill Set from the AMP Australian Meat Industry Training Package meets the industry requirements for the humane slaughter of animals in an Australian meat processing plant.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBA74 | AMPA2006 | Apply animal welfare and handling requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVX11 | AMPCOR204 | Follow safe work policies and procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVW33 | AMPX209 | Sharpen knives | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAZ40 | AMPA3001 | Stick and bleed animal | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC697 | MTMSS00028 | Humane Slaughter of Animals Skill Set | Skill set |