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Grade poultry carcase

Grade poultry carcase

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPPOU208
State Code
OFJ26
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Pending
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
10/09/2026
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Original Release Date
02/02/2026
Nominal Hours
Field of Education
030307 - Food Processing Technology
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and grade poultry carcase quality for further processing or packing.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision to grade carcases in a poultry production environment.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety and food safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.Mandatory workplace requirements apply to the assessment of this unit.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare the grading process for operation
  • 1.1 Confirm the availability of washed and chilled carcases to meet the process requirements
  • 1.2 Identify and fit appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment as required by workplace safety procedures
2. Inspect and grade carcases
  • 2.1 Inspect and grade carcases to workplace quality specifications
  • 2.2 Identify, rectify or report out-of-specification product or process outcomes according to workplace requirements
  • 2.3 Maintain the work area according to workplace cleaning and sanitation standards
3. Complete the grading process
  • 3.1 Follow workplace procedures to shut down the process
  • 3.2 Maintain workplace records in required format
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBH12 AMPP203 Grade poultry carcase Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTT3 AMP20126 Certificate II in Meat Processing Qualification