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Operate scalding and dehairing equipment

Operate scalding and dehairing equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPCRP233
State Code
OFJ36
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 operate scalding and dehairing equipment on pig and/or goat carcases.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision in a 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 to use equipment
  • 1.1 Identify work instructions for task and clarify where required
  • 1.2 Identify workplace health and safety requirements for task, including personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Identify safety hazards associated with operating scalding and dehairing equipment, and control associated risks
  • 1.4 Identify hygiene and sanitation requirements for using scalding and dehairing equipment to avoid contamination
2. Confirm equipment settings
  • 2.1 Place and secure equipment safety guards
  • 2.2 Select and confirm equipment settings, including time and scalding temperature, following workplace requirements
3. Operate equipment for scalding or dehairing
  • 3.1 Start up scalding or dehairing equipment following workplace requirements, where required
  • 3.2 Operate scalding or dehairing equipment following workplace requirements, workplace health and safety requirements, manufacturer's specifications and hygiene requirements
  • 3.3 Monitor carcases leaving the process to ensure dehairing meets workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Identify defects and take corrective action or report issue to supervisor
  • 3.5 Shut down equipment following work instructions, where required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBA54 AMPA2025 Operate scalding and de-hairing equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTT3 AMP20126 Certificate II in Meat Processing Qualification