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Operate trunk boning machine

Operate trunk boning machine

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPA3062
State Code
BAY96
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
13/12/2016
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a trunk boning machine.This unit is applicable to workers in boning rooms, food services and wholesale operations.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. Perform preparatory cuts
  • 1.1 Take trunks from the chain and select for de-boning according to workplace specifications.
  • 1.2 Inspect trunks for defects and trim or dispose of in accordance with workplace requirements.
  • 1.3 Make preparatory cuts along the spine prior to mechanical boning in accordance with work instructions.
2. De-bone trunks mechanically
  • 2.1 Position trunk in accordance with work instruction.
  • 2.2 Operate mechanical trunk boning machinery in accordance with work instructions.
  • 2.3 Perform routine equipment and bone checks, cleaning and maintenance according to work instructions.
  • 2.4 Identify and follow workplace health and safety requirements.
  • 2.5 Dispose of bones and trunk meat in accordance with workplace requirements, keeping the work area neat and tidy.
  • 2.6 Report out-of-specification performance by the boning machinery to supervisor in accordance with work instructions.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D8949 MTMP3061C Operate trunk boning machine Unit of competency