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Operate vacuum blood collection process

Operate vacuum blood collection process

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPOPR223
State Code
OFI20
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 a vacuum blood collection system.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 for work
  • 1.1 Identify work instructions for operating vacuum recovery system
  • 1.2 Identify workplace health and safety hazards for operating equipment
  • 1.3 Control safety risks by wearing personal protective clothing and using personal protective equipment
  • 1.4 Identify hygiene and sanitation requirements for blood collection
  • 1.5 Identify potential contamination risks for blood collection
2. Collect blood
  • 2.1 Identify and follow start-up procedures for vacuum recovery system
  • 2.2 Operate vacuum recovery system and collect blood following work instructions, workplace health and safety requirements and hygiene and sanitation requirements
  • 2.3 Monitor blood collection to ensure specifications are met
3. Clean and maintain vacuum blood collection system
  • 3.1 Clean equipment following workplace instructions
  • 3.2 Undertake routine maintenance of equipment, following workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBA51 AMPA2028 Operate vacuum blood collection process Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTT3 AMP20126 Certificate II in Meat Processing Qualification