Unit of competency Outline
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Inspect transportation container/vehicle
Inspect transportation container/vehicle
Unit of competency
National Code
MTMP408A
MTMP408A
State Code
D8988
D8988
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/10/2011
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
03/10/2011
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to apply regulatory and workplace requirements for the inspection of meat transport containers and vehicles.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Inspect meat transport container or vehicle
- 1.1. Regulatory and workplace requirements for vehicles and containers are identified.
- 1.2. Sources of potential contamination are identified and explained.
- 1.3. Meat transport vehicle or container is inspected for compliance with licensing requirements.
- 1.4. Meat transport vehicle or container is inspected for compliance with regulatory and workplace requirements.
- 1.5. Corrective action is taken if vehicles or containers do not meet workplace or regulatory requirements.
- 1.6. Reports are completed to workplace requirements.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Types of container or vehicle may include those used in transport by:
air
rail
ship
truck.
Regulatory requirements may include:
Export Control Act
hygiene and sanitation requirements
relevant Australian Standards
relevant regulations
requirements set out in AS 4696:2007 Australian Standard for Hygienic Production and Transportation of Meat and Meat Products for Human Consumption
state and territory regulations regarding meat processing.
Workplace requirements may include:
enterprise-specific procedures
OH&S requirements
QA requirements
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
the ability to perform the task to production requirements
work instructions.
Reports may be:
diagrammatic, sketch, tabular, graphic
prepared using information and mathematical data from a range of sources
presented in writing and in standard formats
presented orally.
Mathematical applications may:
include calculation, estimation, collation and recording of data
involve the use of a calculator or other electronic aid
relate to percentages, decimal numbers, time, temperature, humidity, quantity, frequency, ratio, viscosity and density.
Literacy and numeracytasks include:
accurate transcription and collation of data from a variety of sources
recognition and interpretation of signs, symbols, codes, numbers.
OH&S requirements may include:
enterprise OH&S policies, procedures and programs
OH&S legal requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include:
coats and aprons
ear plugs or muffs
eye and facial protection
head-wear
lifting assistance
mesh aprons
protective boot covers
protective hand and arm covering
protective head and hair covering
uniforms
waterproof clothing
work, safety or waterproof footwear
requirements set out in standards and codes of practice.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Types of container or vehicle may include those used in transport by:
air
rail
ship
truck.
Regulatory requirements may include:
Export Control Act
hygiene and sanitation requirements
relevant Australian Standards
relevant regulations
requirements set out in AS 4696:2007 Australian Standard for Hygienic Production and Transportation of Meat and Meat Products for Human Consumption
state and territory regulations regarding meat processing.
Workplace requirements may include:
enterprise-specific procedures
OH&S requirements
QA requirements
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
the ability to perform the task to production requirements
work instructions.
Reports may be:
diagrammatic, sketch, tabular, graphic
prepared using information and mathematical data from a range of sources
presented in writing and in standard formats
presented orally.
Mathematical applications may:
include calculation, estimation, collation and recording of data
involve the use of a calculator or other electronic aid
relate to percentages, decimal numbers, time, temperature, humidity, quantity, frequency, ratio, viscosity and density.
Literacy and numeracytasks include:
accurate transcription and collation of data from a variety of sources
recognition and interpretation of signs, symbols, codes, numbers.
OH&S requirements may include:
enterprise OH&S policies, procedures and programs
OH&S legal requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include:
coats and aprons
ear plugs or muffs
eye and facial protection
head-wear
lifting assistance
mesh aprons
protective boot covers
protective hand and arm covering
protective head and hair covering
uniforms
waterproof clothing
work, safety or waterproof footwear
requirements set out in standards and codes of practice.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
The meat industry has specific and clear requirements for evidence. A minimum of three forms of evidence is required to demonstrate competency in the meat industry. This is specifically designed to provide evidence that covers the demonstration in the workplace of all aspects of competency over time.
These requirements are in addition to the requirements for valid, current, authentic and sufficient evidence.
Three forms of evidence means three different kinds of evidence - not three pieces of the same kind. In practice it will mean that most of the unit is covered twice. This increases the legitimacy of the evidence.
All assessment must be conducted against Australian meat industry standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Candidates must be able to implement current regulatory requirements.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment has to utilise actual containers or vehicles for inspection activities.
Method of assessment
Recommended methods of assessment are:
assignment
quiz of underpinning knowledge
verified work log or diary
workplace demonstration of competency for the assessor
workplace project
workplace referee or third party report of performance over time.
Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander, gender, or language backgrounds other than English. Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role.
Guidance information for assessment
A current list of resources for this unit of competency is available from MINTRAC www.mintrac.com.au or telephone 1800 817 462.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
The meat industry has specific and clear requirements for evidence. A minimum of three forms of evidence is required to demonstrate competency in the meat industry. This is specifically designed to provide evidence that covers the demonstration in the workplace of all aspects of competency over time.
These requirements are in addition to the requirements for valid, current, authentic and sufficient evidence.
Three forms of evidence means three different kinds of evidence - not three pieces of the same kind. In practice it will mean that most of the unit is covered twice. This increases the legitimacy of the evidence.
All assessment must be conducted against Australian meat industry standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Candidates must be able to implement current regulatory requirements.
Context of, and specific resources for assessment
Assessment has to utilise actual containers or vehicles for inspection activities.
Method of assessment
Recommended methods of assessment are:
assignment
quiz of underpinning knowledge
verified work log or diary
workplace demonstration of competency for the assessor
workplace project
workplace referee or third party report of performance over time.
Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander, gender, or language backgrounds other than English. Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role.
Guidance information for assessment
A current list of resources for this unit of competency is available from MINTRAC www.mintrac.com.au or telephone 1800 817 462.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W6875 | MTMMP80C | Inspect transportation container/vehicle | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAY36 | AMPA406 | Inspect transportation container or vehicle | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D609 | MTM40211 | Certificate IV in Meat Processing (Meat Safety) | Qualification |
| D601 | MTM30311 | Certificate III in Meat Processing (Meat Safety) | Qualification |