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Operate automatic chemical lean testing equipment

Operate automatic chemical lean testing equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPQUA203
State Code
OFJ44
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to set up and monitor the operation of automatic chemical lean (CL) percentage determination equipment for carton meat.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision in meat processing premises.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 operating chemical lean determination equipment
  • 1.2 Identify workplace health and safety requirements for task, including personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Carry out start-up procedures and confirm equipment is in working order
2. Determine chemical lean percentage
  • 2.1 Operate chemical lean determination equipment following workplace requirements
  • 2.2 Record chemical lean determination
  • 2.3 Monitor process and identify any faults with process
  • 2.4 Report out-of-specification performance of equipment following workplace requirements
3. Maintain chemical lean determination equipment
  • 3.1 Perform routine maintenance of chemical lean determination equipment following workplace requirements
  • 3.2 Report any major maintenance problems promptly following workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBA14 AMPA2076 Operate automatic CL determination machine Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTT3 AMP20126 Certificate II in Meat Processing Qualification