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Batch meat

Batch meat

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPS308
State Code
BAY01
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/08/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/12/2016
Field of Education
030307 - Food Processing Technology
Original Release Date
13/12/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to batch meat products to specification in a meat establishment.A skilled smallgoods operator would batch meat already sorted to specification, in readiness for further processing.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.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Select sorted meat
  • 1.1 Select sorted meat by type according to product and customer specifications
  • 1.2 Select sorted meat according to workplace health and safety and hygiene and sanitation requirements
  • 1.3 Select correct meat, by-product and stock according to the formulation specification and workplace requirements
2. Prepare batched meat
  • 2.1 Calibrate scales in accordance with product specifications and workplace requirements
  • 2.2 Place meat in appropriate containers and weigh according to production specifications
  • 2.3 Batch meat according to workplace hygiene requirements
3. Record usage of meat
  • 3.1 Store meat in accordance with workplace, health and safety, and hygiene and sanitation requirements
  • 3.2 Record usage of meat in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D9106 MTMS308A Batch meat Unit of competency