This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform ante-mortem and post-mortem inspection duties on alpacas or llamas in a slaughtering premises, processing according to the Australian Standard.

This unit applies to individuals who carry out work as a meat inspector or a meat safety officer in facilities where meat is processed for the domestic or export markets.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety and animal welfare regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.

Individuals who work as meat inspectors must comply with the requirements of local/state/territory authorities, and where applicable the Australian Government export Authority. Users must check with the relevant regulatory authority before delivery.

Mandatory workplace requirements apply to the assessment of this unit.