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Skin condemned carcase

Skin condemned carcase

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPREN307
State Code
OFJ04
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
110105 - Butchery
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to remove the skin or hide of a condemned carcase.This unit applies to those who work independently to skin animals condemned in the yards of slaughtering or game processing premises. The task may also be performed in a rendering plant.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 for work
  • 1.1 Identify work instruction for removing the skin or hide of a condemned carcase
  • 1.2 Identify workplace health and safety requirements for task, including personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Identify hygiene and sanitation requirements for work area
  • 1.4 Prepare equipment for skin or hide removal
2. Remove skin or hide
  • 2.1 Use equipment to hoist carcase into position for skin or hide removal
  • 2.2 Handle carcase following work instructions, workplace health and safety requirements and regulatory requirements
  • 2.3 Use knives and equipment to remove skin or hide, following safe work procedures
  • 2.4 Take care to avoid inappropriate cuts in skin or hide that may lead to damage or holes
  • 2.5 Treat skin or hide following workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Dispose of carcase following workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAZ66 AMPA2150 Skin condemned carcase Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIZ5 AMP30622 Certificate III in Meat Processing Qualification