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Shackle and hang animal

Shackle and hang animal

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPCRP232
State Code
OFJ38
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 shackle and hang an animal on a processing rail after stunning.This unit applies to workers who work under general supervision, to confirm an animal is effectively stunned, and to shackle and hang any species on a rail in a meat processing premises.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, animal welfare 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 shackle animal
  • 1.1 Identify workplace health and safety requirements for task, including personal protective equipment
  • 1.2 Identify and follow work instruction for shackling
  • 1.3 Confirm animal is effectively stunned before shackling
  • 1.4 Notify supervisor if animal is found to be conscious
2. Shackle animal
  • 2.1 Shackle animal in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 2.2 Hang animal at a height and rate suitable for next operator
  • 2.3 Use lifting equipment to lift animal following workplace requirements, where required
  • 2.4 Check equipment for faults in accordance with work instructions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBA70 AMPA2008 Shackle animal Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTT3 AMP20126 Certificate II in Meat Processing Qualification