This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manually shape and form products into a particular shape.

This unit is suitable for operators preparing boneless ham, bacon, salami, corned beef or any other product that is formed manually into a particular shape. Operators in smallgoods manufacturing and value-adding food services operations would use this unit.

All work should be carried out to comply with workplace and hygiene requirements.

This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision, exercise limited autonomy and have some accountability for their own work.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.

This unit must be delivered and assessed in the context of Australian meat industry standards and regulations.