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Apply knowledge of the wild game meat industry

Apply knowledge of the wild game meat industry

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPGAM301
State Code
OFA08
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/06/2023
Field of Education
110105 - Butchery
Original Release Date
21/06/2023
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret and operate in the commercial and regulatory environment of the wild game meat industry.Wild game means any vertebrate animal of a species that can be legally harvested in the field and is not farmed.This unit applies to individuals who work in wild game meat processing establishments, field depot operators and field harvesters.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, food safety and animal welfare regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify the sequence of operations for wild game harvesting in Australia
  • 1.1 Identify the importance of a professional image for wild game meat industry
  • 1.2 Outline the sequence of operations from harvesting to end product
  • 1.3 Identify the range of wild game meat products produced in Australia
  • 1.4 Identify and explain the impact of customer expectations on the wild game harvesting process
2. Interpret the commercial and regulatory environment of wild game meat harvesting
  • 2.1 Recognise the role of the Commonwealth regulator and local state/territory regulatory authorities
  • 2.2 Identify relevant state/territory wildlife regulator and their licensing requirements
  • 2.3 Identify the importance of the relevant approved arrangement, food safety plan or management plan
  • 2.4 Identify key requirements of the relevant Australian Standard
  • 2.5 Recognise other Australian Standards relevant to harvesting wild game
  • 2.6 Recognise the nature of prohibited areas and/or locations for harvesting
  • 2.7 Recognise auditing, review and micro-testing programs that affect the industry
3. Operate effectively as an individual in the wild game harvesting industry
  • 3.1 Use appropriate communication methods when interacting with colleagues and community members
  • 3.2 Assess workplace health and safety hazards and implement controls to minimise risks
  • 3.3 Manage time and delivery obligations
  • 3.4 Follow hygiene and sanitation requirements for self, product and equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAY30 AMPG300 Overview wild game meat industry Unit of competency