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Inspect hindquarter and remove contamination

Inspect hindquarter and remove contamination

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPCRP215
State Code
OFJ40
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 describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect the hindquarter of the carcase and remove contamination.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 task
  • 1.1 Identify work instruction for inspecting hindquarters, and clarify where required
  • 1.2 Identify workplace health and safety requirements for task, including personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Identify types of contamination and defects commonly found on hindquarter
2. Inspect hindquarter for contamination
  • 2.1 Scan hindquarter following workplace requirements
  • 2.2 Identify contamination or defects on hindquarter
3. Remove contamination
  • 3.1 Trim hindquarter to remove contamination, following workplace requirements, hygiene and sanitation, and workplace health and safety requirements
  • 3.2 Report ongoing contamination issues according to workplace requirements
  • 3.3 Dispose of trimmings following workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBA36 AMPA2047 Inspect hindquarter and remove contamination Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTT3 AMP20126 Certificate II in Meat Processing Qualification