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Establish sampling program

Establish sampling program

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPQUA417
State Code
OEZ93
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
110111 - Food Hygiene
Original Release Date
21/06/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish a sampling program in a meat processing premises.This unit applies to individuals who work in quality assurance or quality control roles in the meat processing industry. It may also apply to regulatory officers who audit the safety of meat. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, food and meat safety 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. Establish a valid sampling plan
  • 1.1 Recognise and use sampling tables from relevant Australian Standard
  • 1.2 Determine scope and purpose of sampling
  • 1.3 Identify the parameters to be measured
  • 1.4 Determine how performance will be measured
  • 1.5 Plan for how and when samples will be taken
  • 1.6 Determine sample size for valid assessment
  • 1.7 Identify levels for triggering corrective actions
2. Implement a sampling plan
  • 2.1 Conduct sampling according to identified sampling plan, using appropriate facilities
  • 2.2 Use aseptic techniques
  • 2.3 Record and monitor sampling data
  • 2.4 Interpret and report outcomes of sampling to relevant personnel
  • 2.5 Retain records in line with workplace and regulatory requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVW02 AMPX421 Establish sampling program Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIZ4 AMP40222 Certificate IV in Meat Processing Qualification
BIZ3 AMP40522 Certificate IV in Meat Safety Inspection Qualification