Skill set Outline
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Carcase Trimming (Retain Rail) Skill Set
Carcase Trimming (Retain Rail) Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
MTMSS00007
MTMSS00007
State Code
AB702
AB702
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
180
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 (Retain Rail) 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 trims carcases on the retain rail.
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 on a retain rail.
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 |
| D8814 | MTMP2055C | Inspect forequarter and remove contamination | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D8813 | MTMP2054C | Inspect hindquarter and remove contamination | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D9017 | MTMPSR203A | Sharpen knives | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8939 | MTMP3045B | Undertake retain rail | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD704 | AMPSS00007 | Carcase Trimming (Retain Rail) Skill Set | Skill set |