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Process slinks

Process slinks

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPABA203
State Code
OFJ71
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 process slinks.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision to process foetus to recover blood and/or skin.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 and specifications for processing slinks
  • 1.2 Identify workplace health and safety requirements for task, including personal protective equipment
  • 1.3 Identify types and sources of contamination and cross-contamination
  • 1.4 Identify hygiene and sanitation requirements for the work area
2. Process slinks
  • 2.1 Collect slinks following workplace requirements
  • 2.2 Process slinks to recover specified product, following work instructions, animal welfare requirements, workplace health and safety requirements and hygiene and sanitation requirements
  • 2.3 Label slinks or products in preparation for storage or distribution following customer specifications and workplace requirements
3. Store slinks and dispose of waste
  • 3.1 Store slink products following workplace requirements and workplace health and safety requirements
  • 3.2 Dispose of slink waste following workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAZ60 AMPA2153 Process slink by-products Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTT3 AMP20126 Certificate II in Meat Processing Qualification