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Operate carcase steam vacuum equipment

Operate carcase steam vacuum equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPOPR222
State Code
OFI22
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 and maintain carcase steam vacuum equipment to remove contamination.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision to operate steam/vacuuming equipment 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 carcase steam vacuum equipment
  • 1.1 Identify contamination to be removed
  • 1.2 Identify carcase steam vacuum equipment to be used
  • 1.3 Identify workplace health and safety requirements for task, including personal protective equipment
  • 1.4 Identify safety hazards associated with operating carcase steam vacuum equipment, and control associated risks
2. Use carcase steam vacuum equipment
  • 2.1 Operate carcase steam vacuum equipment following workplace requirements
  • 2.2 Remove contamination and potential sources of contamination
3. Clean and maintain carcase steam vacuum equipment
  • 3.1 Monitor performance of carcase steam vacuum equipment, and report faults to supervisor
  • 3.2 Clean and maintain carcase steam vacuum equipment following workplace requirements where required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBA45 AMPA2036 Operate sterivac equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTT3 AMP20126 Certificate II in Meat Processing Qualification