Remove thick skirts

Unit of competency Outline

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Unit of competency

National Code
MTMP2148A

State Code
W6983

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
01/02/2008

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

28/09/2007

Original Release Date

01/02/2008

Nominal Hours

Field of Education

110105 - Butchery

Description

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to remove thick skirts (diaphragm).

General notes

N/A

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Identify carcases for thick skirt removal

1.1. Skirt removal marker is located on the carcase according to workplace requirements, where required.

2. Remove thick skirts

2.1. Thick skirts are removed according to workplace and Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements.
2.2. Defects in thick skirts are identified and managed according to workplace requirements.
2.3. Sources of contamination and cross-contamination are identified and remedial action is taken according to workplace requirements.
2.4. Trimmed skirts are handled and disposed of according to workplace requirements.

No information

Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
E1616	MTMP2146A	Remove thick skirts (flares in pigs)	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D8865	MTMP2148B	Remove thick skirts	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
W302	MTM20107	Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs)	Qualification