Unit of competency Outline

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Knock and stun animal

Knock and stun animal

Unit of competency
National Code
MTMP3001B
State Code
W6673
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/02/2008
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/01/2008
Field of Education
110105 - Butchery
Original Release Date
18/01/2008
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for the humane, effective and hygienic stunning of animals.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Restrain animal
  • 1.1. Animal is restrained humanely and safely in appropriate position in accordance with Animal Welfare Code of Practice.
  • 1.2. Animal is restrained in correct position for stunning as required.
  • 1.3. Animal is restrained with appropriate restraining equipment.
2. Operate stunning equipment
  • 2.1. Stunning equipment is operated in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements.
  • 2.2. Stunning equipment and facilities are maintained in effective working order.
  • 2.3. Stunning equipment is operated humanely in accordance with the Animal Welfare Code of Practice.
3. Stun the animal
  • 3.1. Animal is stunned in accordance with Animal Welfare Code of Practice.
  • 3.2. Animal is stunned to workplace and Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements.
  • 3.3. Stun is checked, where part of work instructions, and corrective action is taken when effective stun is not achieved.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
E1716 MTMP3001A Knock and stun animal Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
D8906 MTMP3001C Knock and stun animal Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
W310 MTM30507 Certificate III in Meat Processing (Slaughtering) Qualification