Assessor Resource

MTMP3071C
Perform ante-mortem inspection and make disposition

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit is applicable to meat inspectors and/or stock handlers responsible for ante-mortem inspection.

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to the detect abnormalities and diseases in the major livestock species (cattle, sheep and pigs) prior to slaughter. This unit will be assessed for the species for which competency is demonstrated in the workplace and the outcome and the species will be recorded appropriately on the assessment sheet. (Note: Poultry, game and ratites are covered by separate units).

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

MTMP3003A

Handle animals humanely while conducting ante-mortem inspection

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

Competency in the practical aspects of this unit must be assessed under normal production conditions.

Candidates must be able to:

perform ante-mortem inspection on at least one species.

The identification of diseases and conditions in other species can be undertaken in a simulated situation utilising samples and photographs.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must include demonstration of competency in an operating abattoir. Assessment of the diagnosis of the less common conditions can be undertaken by simulation.

Method of assessment

Recommended methods of assessment include:

assignments

debriefs

quiz of underpinning knowledge

simulation

verified work log or diary

workplace demonstration

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.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Ability to:

estimate size of stock pens

estimate number of cattle in a mob

identify animals using brand, tags, tattoos and electronic identification devices

identify common diseases and conditions in beef, sheep and pigs

describe appropriate dispositions for common diseases and conditions in beef, sheep and pigs

identify major exotic or notifiable diseases

demonstrate procedures for humane handling of livestock

perform ante-mortem inspection to Australian Standards and other relevant regulatory requirements on at least one major domestic food species in a workplace environment under normal operating conditions

identify suspect animals that may be suffering from a notifiable disease on ante-mortem examination according to Australian Standards

make disposition according to workplace and regulatory requirements

report notifiable diseases promptly and accurately according to regulatory requirements

take action to improve work performance as a result of self-evaluation, feedback from others, or in response to changed work practices or technology

apply relevant communication skills

work effectively as an individual and as part of a team

perform tasks to workplace requirements

work cooperatively with company stock handlers to ensure smooth flow of stock

Required knowledge

Knowledge of:

regulatory requirements for suspect stock, hygiene and sanitation standards, and workplace standards associated with ante-mortem inspection

segregation requirements for suspect animals

sources of information to keep up-to-date with current theories or findings

steps and procedures for emergency and suspect kill

steps in ante-mortem inspection and recognise abnormal conditions

symptoms of major exotic or notifiable diseases (including Ovine Johne's Disease (OJD))

principles and procedures for humane handling of livestock

regulatory requirements associated with exotic or notifiable diseases

steps to be taken to notify of suspect exotic or notifiable disease

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.

Regulatory requirements may include:

Export Control Act

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 regulations regarding meat processing.

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.

Workplace requirements may include:

enterprise-specific requirements

OH&S requirements

hygiene and sanitation requirements

QA requirements

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

the ability to perform the task to production requirements

work instructions.

Dispositions may be made:

in prescribed formats, according to regulatory requirements.

Diseases detected at ante-mortem inspection include:

exotic or notifiable diseases.

Reports may:

be in diagrammatic, sketch, tabular or graphic formats

be presented in writing, in standard formats

be presented orally

include information and mathematical data gathered, interpreted and summarised from a range of complex and unfamiliar sources.

Communication skills may include:

applying numeracy skills to workplace requirements

being appropriately assertive

interpreting needs of internal and/or external customers

listening and understanding

reading and interpreting workplace-related documentation

sharing information

speaking clearly and directly

using negotiation and persuasion skills

working with diverse individuals and groups

writing to audience needs.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Major breeds of commonly slaughtered domestic animals are identified. 
Distinguishing features of major breeds are identified. 
Market requirements of commonly slaughtered domestic animals are identified. 
Reasons for ante-mortem inspection are identified. 
Regulatory requirements associated with ante-mortem inspection are identified. 
Procedures and principles of humane handling of animals are identified. 
Signs of common conditions responsible for abnormalities at ante-mortem are detected and identified. 
Procedures for emergency and suspect slaughter are identified. 
Ante-mortem inspection is performed on at least one species according to relevant Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), workplace and regulatory requirements. 
Quality Assurance aspects of ante-mortem inspection are identified. 
Reasons for residue testing are identified. 
Procedures for identifying and isolating animals for testing are followed. 
Common diseases and conditions responsible for abnormalities are identified, detected and documented on at least one species 
Suspect stock are segregated according to regulatory and workplace requirements 
Signs of major exotic or notifiable diseases are identified. 
Exotic or notifiable disease procedures are followed in accordance with regulatory requirements. 

Forms

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