Unit of competency Outline
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Remove thick skirts
Remove thick skirts
Unit of competency
National Code
MTMP2148A
MTMP2148A
State Code
W6983
W6983
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/09/2007
Field of Education
110105 - Butchery
Original Release Date
28/09/2007
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to remove thick skirts (diaphragm).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify carcases for thick skirt removal
- 1.1. Skirt removal marker is located on the carcase according to workplace requirements, where required.
2. Remove thick skirts
- 2.1. Thick skirts are removed according to workplace and Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements.
- 2.2. Defects in thick skirts are identified and managed according to workplace requirements.
- 2.3. Sources of contamination and cross-contamination are identified and remedial action is taken according to workplace requirements.
- 2.4. Trimmed skirts are handled and disposed of according to workplace requirements.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| E1616 | MTMP2146A | Remove thick skirts (flares in pigs) | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8865 | MTMP2148B | Remove thick skirts | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W302 | MTM20107 | Certificate II in Meat Processing (Abattoirs) | Qualification |