Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Meat Processing (Meat Safety)
Certificate III in Meat Processing (Meat Safety)
MTM30311
D601
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 21/12/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers work activities undertaken by meat inspectors in meat processing enterprises. The MTM30311 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Meat Safety) is most commonly undertaken by meat inspectors in domestic processing enterprises. However, at the time of endorsement of this Training Package legislation and regulatory requirements relating to meat inspection were undergoing considerable change at both state/territory and federal level. People seeking registration as a meat inspector should check the current requirements with their state or territory food authority or the Australian Quarantine Inspection Service (AQIS), as appropriate.
This qualification is not appropriate for use as a pre-vocational qualification or for inclusion as a VET in Schools program.
Job roles
Job role titles covered by this qualification may include:
meat inspector.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Complete fifteen (15) units of competency in total.- twelve (12) core units
- three (3) elective units.
1. Core Units
All twelve (12) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8750 | MTMCOR202A | Apply hygiene and sanitation practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8751 | MTMCOR203A | Apply Quality Assurance practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8753 | MTMCOR205A | Communicate in the workplace | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8752 | MTMCOR204A | Follow safe work policies and procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8908 | MTMP3003A | Handle animals humanely while conducting ante-mortem inspection | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D8957 | MTMP3073B | Implement food safety program | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D8988 | MTMP408A | Inspect transportation container/vehicle | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D8749 | MTMCOR201A | Maintain personal equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D8754 | MTMCOR206A | Overview the meat industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D8955 | MTMP3071C | Perform ante-mortem inspection and make disposition | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D8956 | MTMP3072C | Perform post-mortem inspection and make disposition | 90 | Unit of competency |
| D9017 | MTMPSR203A | Sharpen knives | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Three (3) units to be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W308 | MTM30307 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (Meat Safety) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDH8 | AMP30316 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (Meat Safety) | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships