Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Measuring instruments may include:
gauges
measuring jugs, cups and spoons
meters
scales
vernier callipers.
Mathematical processes must include:
addition
division
multiplication
subtraction.
Product characteristics may include:
length
temperature
volume
weight.
Calculations may be made manually or by calculator, and may include:
percentages
proportions
ratios
results using decimals, simple fractions and whole numbers.
Performance measures include:
percentage
proportion
ratio.
Records may:
be recorded manually
be computer based
be in print form
in an electronic system
Regulatory requirements may include:
Export Control Act
hygiene and sanitation requirements
licensing requirements
relevant regulations
state and territory regulations regarding meat processing.
OH&S requirements may include:
enterprise OH&S policies, procedures and programs
OH&S legal requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include:
coats and aprons
ear plugs or muffs
eye and facial protection
head-wear
lifting assistance
protective boot covers
protective hand and arm covering
protective head and hair covering
uniforms
waterproof clothing
work, safety or waterproof footwear
requirements set out in standards and codes of practice.
Workplace requirements may include:
enterprise ethical standards, values and obligations
enterprise-specific procedures, policies and plans
hygiene and sanitation requirements
industrial awards and agreements
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
work instructions.
Mathematical concepts may include:
faster or slower
heavier or lighter
hotter or colder
shorter or longer.
Communication skills may include:
applying numeracy skills to workplace requirements
listening and understanding
reading and interpreting workplace-related documentation
sharing information
speaking clearly and directly
working with diverse individuals and groups
writing to audience needs.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
The meat industry has specific and clear requirements for evidence. A minimum of three forms of evidence is required to demonstrate competency in the meat industry. This is specifically designed to provide evidence that covers the demonstration in the workplace of all aspects of competency over time.
These requirements are in addition to the requirements for valid, current, authentic and sufficient evidence.

Three forms of evidence means three different kinds of evidence - not three pieces of the same kind. In practice it will mean that most of the unit is covered twice. This increases the legitimacy of the evidence.

All assessment must be conducted against Australian meat industry standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Competency must be demonstrated over time and under typical operating and production conditions for the enterprise.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Resources may include:
a real or simulated work environment
calculators as required
conversion tables where required
measuring instrumentation
relevant documentation, such as:
manufacturer's instructions
operations manuals
regulatory requirements
work procedures, including advice on safe work practices, food safety and environmental requirements
workplace policies and procedures
relevant equipment and materials
work tasks requiring estimation and calculation
workplace forms, documents, charts and graphs used for recording data.
Method of assessment
Recommended methods of assessment include:
demonstration - explanation
observation of performance over time
simulation.

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander, gender, or language backgrounds other than English. Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role.
Guidance information for assessment
A current list of resources for this Unit of Competency is available from MINTRAC www.mintrac.com.au or telephone 1800 817 462.