Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comment |
1 |
AMPv2.0 |
Initial release |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a new technology or process in a meat processing operation.
This unit will be utilised when new technology (not covered by other units) is introduced and structured training is delivered. Any associated training and/or assessment materials will need detailed customisation to address the requirements for each specific piece of technology.
All work should be carried out to comply with workplace and hygiene requirements.
This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision, exercise limited autonomy and have some accountability for their own work.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
This unit must be delivered and assessed in the context of Australian meat processing standards and regulations.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil.
Unit Sector
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element |
Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for new equipment or process |
1.1 Prepare new equipment or process for operation in accordance with work instructions and manufacturer's specifications |
2. Operate new equipment or process |
2.1 Operate equipment or undertake new process in accordance with work instructions 2.2 Operate equipment or undertake process in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements 2.3 Identify potential sources of contamination and cross-contamination and employ preventative measures |
3. Clean and maintain equipment and/or work area |
3.1 Monitor performance of equipment or new process and report faults either verbally or in writing in accordance with work instructions 3.2 Clean and maintain equipment and/or work area to workplace requirements |
Foundation Skills
Foundation Skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
Unit Mapping Information
This unit is equivalent to MTMP2042C Operate new technology or process.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5e2e56b7-698f-4822-84bb-25adbb8443a7