Assessor Resource

MTMP3119A
Manage NLIS data from RFIDs on the slaughter floor

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This Unit is used to train slaughter floor operators who undertake the collection of NLIS data on the slaughter floor from RFIDs.

This Unit covers the skills and knowledge required to capture National Livestock Identification System (NLIS) data from Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFIDs), record data and align NLIS details with carcase number.

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

Not applicable.



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:

start up readers and computer terminal

manage and monitor RFID reading process

take corrective actions when NLIS data is not read

respond to a carcase with an ERP status

follow break and end of shift procedures

validate shift slaughter details

implement work place procedures to deal with a software or hardware failure.

Assessment must confirm 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 cattle NLIS

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

when and how tail tags are used in place of RFIDs

start up procedures

recognising and interpreting NLIS screens

ERP status and responses

corrective actions for non-readers, missing tags, out of order stock, multiple devices, boluses

relevant work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

shut down procedures

tailtag procedures.

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 and publications

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

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills include:

Ability to:

operate RFID readers and recorders

check connection with terminal and server Monitor RFID reader

read and interpret a kill sheet

communicate clearly with supervisors, livestock clerks and slaughter floor operators

generate reports

perform simple trouble shooting on software and hardware

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

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 Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFIDs) and boluses, and their purpose and function in the cattle NLIS

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

when and how tail tags are used

start up procedures

recognising and interpreting NLIS screens

ERP status and responses

corrective actions for non-readers, missing tags, out of order stock, multiple devices, boluses

relevant work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

shut down procedures

tailtag procedures.

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.

Extended Residue Program (ERP) status includes:

the ERP program and status codes available in the report section of the processor database of the NLIS.

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

zoonotic diseases such as Q-Fever

manual handling risks

risks associated with the use of electrical equipment.

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
Follow workplace requirements to start up RFID readers and terminals including procedures for boot-up, ensuring main frame connection and log-in. 
Trouble shoot any problems with start up. 
Obtain kill sheet. 
Ensure consumables are available (e.g. carcase tickets). 
Ensure RFIDs are being read. 
Check mobs against the kill sheet to ensure stock is in order, the right numbers, and in the right consignment sequence. 
Interpret screens and messages. 
Diarise and resolve any issues rapidly. 
Immediately implement back-up system if main system appears to be failing or has failed. 
Liaise with kill floor supervisor and make corrections for mobs that are out of sequence. 
Maintain communication with on-floor staff. 
Respond to non-readers by implementing workplace procedures to manually capture NLIS data. 
Implement workplace procedures for missing RFIDs. 
Manage multiple NLIS devices by implementing workplace procedures. 
Deal with rumen boluses that do not read by implementing workplace procedures. 
Follow workplace procedures for dealing with a carcase with an ERP status alert. 
Report the status to slaughter floor supervisor. 
Implement company’s procedures for monitoring and managing stock with a status. 
Follow procedures for break and end of shift shut down. 
Liaise with the livestock clerk to validate the slaughter floor data. 
Note and explain any differences between the kill sheet and slaughter operations. 
Diarise problems and resolve discrepancies of the shift such as missed bodies and animals out of order. 
Trouble shoot the problem. 
Implement corrective actions e.g. use wand reader if panel reader fails. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MTMP3119A - Manage NLIS data from RFIDs on the slaughter floor
Assessment task 1: [title]

Student name:

Student ID:

I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

Student signature:

Result: Competent Not yet competent

Feedback to student

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessor name:

Signature:

Date:

Assessment Record Sheet

MTMP3119A - Manage NLIS data from RFIDs on the slaughter floor

Student name:

Student ID:

Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

(add lines for each task)

Feedback to student:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

Assessor name:

Signature:

Date:

Student signature:

Date: