Assessor Resource

MTMP3112A
Manage NLIS for direct purchase of stock identified with an RFID

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This Unit is applicable for those managing and identifying livestock fitted with RFIDs prior to their arrival at an abattoir.

The Unit covers the skills and knowledge required to manage the National Livestock Identification System (NLIS) responsibilities for stock identified with a Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID) purchased directly from a producer or vendor prior to their arrival at an abattoir.

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

Prerequisites

MTMP3109A

Overview of the NLIS program utilising RFIDs

Employability Skills

The 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

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

confirm requirements with producer

validate the PIC

schedule delivery.

Assessment must confirm knowledge of:

NLIS system, including the origin and nature of the system, its commercial importance, role in food safety and importing country requirements, role in traceability

NLIS regulatory requirements in relation to abattoirs

purpose, nature of and regulations underpinning the use of PICs

NLIS devices including RFIDs and boluses, and their purpose and function in the NLIS

status, abbreviations and what they mean, and the required actions to be taken in response

how to deal with problems originating from consignment PIC.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must be conducted in the workplace.

Resources may include:

enterprise work instructions

Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) NLIS assistance

manufacturer's instructions.

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested:

workplace referee’s report

knowledge test

on-the-job demonstration with assessor observation.

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 include:

Ability to:

read and interpret an NVD

use communication skills to interact with agents, raise and explain issues and problems

use negotiation skills to resolve issues such as problems with original location, incomplete NVDs or PICs

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

take appropriate steps to minimise workplace health and safety risks when working with livestock

work effectively as an individual and as part of a team.

Required knowledge includes:

Knowledge of:

the NLIS system, including the origin and nature of the system, its commercial importance, role in food safety and importing country requirements, role in traceability

NLIS regulatory requirements in relation to abattoirs

purpose, nature of and regulations underpinning the use of PICs

NLIS devices including RFIDs and boluses, and their purpose and function in the NLIS

status, abbreviations and what they mean, and the required actions to be taken in response

how to deal with problems originating from consignment PIC.

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.

Workplace health and safety risks when working with livestock may include:

zoonotic diseases such as Q-Fever

manual handling risks

risk of injury from livestock

risk of sunburn

working from heights such as stock trucks and stockyards

requirements to wear specified Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

being aware of and managing risks affecting co-workers

risks associated with the use of electrical equipment.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Ensure producer is made aware of all requirements when booking stock in. 
Ensure a completed National Vendor Declaration (NVD) is provided with the stock. 
Request additional/missing information as necessary. 
Ensure PIC listed on the NVD is valid by using a PIC validity checker, e.g. Quick PIC, NLIS Database. 
If invalid, contact producer to resolve and advise livestock staff. 
Make delivery arrangements according to workplace requirements. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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