This unit is applicable to those processing sheep skins that need to be cropped to a uniform length.

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Crop pelts

1.1. Start-up procedures are completed according to workplace requirements.

1.2. Skins are selected and inspected to meet specifications.

1.3. Sheep skins are cropped according to work instruction.

1.4. Skins are cropped according to workplace Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements.

1.5. Cropped pelts are despatched correctly for storage.

1.6. Machinery is operated, maintained, cleaned and checked according to workplace requirements.

Required skills

Ability to:

follow OH&S policies and practices

follow work instructions

despatch processed sheep skins

work effectively as an individual and as part of a team

apply relevant regulatory requirements

identify OH&S hazards

report equipment faults to supervisor in accordance with workplace procedures

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

use relevant communication skills

Required knowledge

Knowledge of:

OH&S policies and procedures

sheep skin specifications

operating instructions for cropping machinery

relevant regulatory requirements

steps in work instructions

possible pelt contaminants

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 must be demonstrated at normal chain speed.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Assessment should be conducted in an operating plant.

Method of assessment

Recommended methods of assessment include:

quiz of underpinning knowledge

workplace demonstration

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 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 requirements may include:

enterprise-specific requirements

OH&S requirements

Quality Assurance (QA) requirements

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

the ability to perform the task to production requirements

work instructions.

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.

Regulatory requirements may include:

hygiene and sanitation requirements

relevant regulations.

Communication skills may include:

listening and understanding

sharing information

speaking clearly and directly

working with diverse individuals and groups.

Contaminants may include:

physical contamination such as:

matter

twigs

wire.

Unit sector

This unit contains employability skills.