Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comment |
1 |
AMPv2.0 |
Initial release |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform the opening cut drop sock and pull shoulder pelt on sheep and goats.
This unit is applicable to the slaughter floor task involving the freeing of the pelt from the forequarter of sheep or goats.
All work should be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, customer requirements and product specifications.
This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work including limited responsibility for the work of others. They provide and communicate solutions to a range of predictable problems.
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
AMPX209 Sharpen knives
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. Open pelt |
1.1 Open pelt in accordance with workplace requirements 1.2 Open pelt in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements |
2. Clear pelt |
2.1 Clear pelt from around both forelegs in accordance with workplace requirements 2.2 Clear pelt from shoulder area following workplace health and safety requirements to avoid the risks of damage and contamination to the carcase |
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 MTMP3044B Drop sock and pull shoulder pelt.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5e2e56b7-698f-4822-84bb-25adbb8443a7