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Chemically treat skins

Chemically treat skins

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPHSK204
State Code
OFL95
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
02/02/2026
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030199 - Manufacturing Engineering And Technology, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply chemicals to skins in a fellmongering process.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision in a fellmongering premises.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety and chemical safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.Mandatory workplace requirements apply to the assessment of this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work
  • 1.1 Identify work instructions and customer requirements for treating skins
  • 1.2 Identify workplace health and safety hazards for using chemicals and treating skins
  • 1.3 Control safety risks by using personal protective equipment
  • 1.4 Identify environmental hazards and take preventative measures
2. Operate spray equipment
  • 2.1 Add mixed chemical to spray equipment following workplace instructions and workplace health and safety requirements
  • 2.2 Operate spray equipment following workplace requirements and manufacturer's specifications
  • 2.3 Maintain and clean spray equipment following workplace requirements and manufacturer's specifications
3. Spray skins and prepare them for sweating
  • 3.1 Lay skins out for chemical treatment following workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Apply acid solutions to skins following workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Spread acid solution evenly over pelt (including points) following workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Fold skins following workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Maintain identification of skins following workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAZ71 AMPA2137 Chemically treat skins for fellmongering process Unit of competency
BAZ72 AMPA2136 Overview fellmongering operations Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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