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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Perform 1st phase evisceration in poultry 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
119451  Perform 1st phase evisceration in poultry 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Secondary Agriculture: Processing 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation Secondary Agriculture 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  8 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2026-06-30   2029-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
To gain the knowledge and ability to perform the various functions in the evisceration area 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Health and Safety Level 2
  • Personal Hygiene Level 2 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
    N/A 

    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Comply with hygiene and safety regulations and procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The importance of adhering to the personal and abattoir hygiene procedures is explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Personal hygiene, abattoir hygiene, PPE, Health and Safety.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The selection and use of the appropriate workplace PPE is described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The application of safe working methods and procedures are detailed. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the vent cutting machine for the removal of the cloaca from the carcasses. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The correct method of loading carcasses onto the processing line is described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Processing line.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The correct operation of the vent cutting machine is explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Vent cutting machine.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The consequences of cutting beyond the cloaca surround are explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Bile contamination, faecal contamination.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The necessity of changing blades regularly is explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Drill off centre or incomplete drilling.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The procedure for cutting around the cloaca and removing the vent without damaging the intestines is
    described. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The cutting and removal of the crop is explained. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the slitting machine for the opening of the abdominal cavity. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The safe operation of the in-line abdominal slitting machine is described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Slitting machine, sharp blades.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The replacement of blades for the slitting machine is described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Rip flesh, not cutting.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The consequences of using blunt blades is explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Tear intestines, bile contamination, faecal contamination.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The cutting of the cloaca to the end section of the breastbone is demonstrated. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The reasons why care must be taken not to puncture the gall bladder or the intestines are described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Bile or faecal contamination.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    The cutting of the neck with scissors and the removal of the remaining portion of the trachea is
    demonstrated. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the in-line evisceration machine. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The safe operation of the evisceration machine is described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Evisceration machine (EV).
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The correct adjustment of the machine to lift out the intestinal pack is explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Intestinal pack, damage organs, create contamination.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The lifting out of the organs from the intestinal cavity using a hand evisceration spoon is demonstrated. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Hand EV spoon, careful removal.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    The necessity of cleaning and sanitizing the spoons regularly, is explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Minimize contamination.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    The consequences of damaging the organs while everiscerating, is described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Bile and faecal contamination.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the second inspection point. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The specific position of the second examination point is indicated, and the reason for the meat inspection at this point is explained. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Organs for possible diseases.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The types of carcass rejections are described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Carcass for signs of lesions.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    The transfer of condemned and partly condemned carcasses is described. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Holding room, waster disposal site.
     


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this unit standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA.
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this unit standard must be accredited as a provider through the relevant ETQA.
  • Moderation of assessment will be overseen by the relevant ETQA according to the moderation guidelines in the relevant qualification and the agreed ETQA procedures.

    The assessment of qualifying learners against this standard should meet the requirements of established principles. Practical assessment activities will be used, which are appropriate to the contents in which qualifying learners are working. These activities will include an appropriate combination of self and peer assessment, practical and oral assessments, observations etc.

    The assessment should ensure that all the specific outcomes, critical cross-field outcomes and essential embedded knowledge be assessed. The specific outcomes must be assessed in its own right, through oral and practical evidence. It cannot be assessed by observation only.

    The specific outcomes and essential knowledge must be assessed in relation to each other. If a qualifying learner is able to explain the essential embedded knowledge, but is unable to perform the specific outcomes, then they should not be assessed as competent. Similarly, if a learner is able to perform specific outcomes, but is unable to explain or justify their performance in terms of the essential embedded knowledge, they should not be assessed as
    competent.

    Evidence of the specified critical cross-field outcomes should be found, both in performance and in the essential embedded knowledge.

    Performance of specific outcomes must actively affirm target groups of qualifying learners, not unfairly discriminate against them. Qualifying learners should be able to justify their performance in terms of these values. 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    Embedded knowledge is reflected in the Assessment Criteria for each Specific Outcome 

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    Reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively;
  • Participating as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities;
  • Being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts;
  • Exploring education and career opportunities; and
  • Developing entrepreneurial opportunities 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been mad.
    Specific Outcome: 2, 3, 4, 5
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the vent cutting machine for the removal of the
    cloaca from the carcasses
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the slitting machine for the opening of the abdominal cavity
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the in-line evisceration machine
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the second inspection point 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organization or community.
    Specific Outcome: 2
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the vent cutting machine for the removal of the
    cloaca from the carcasses 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.
    Specific Outcome: 1, 2, 5
  • Comply with hygiene and safety regulations and procedures
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the vent cutting machine for the removal of the
    cloaca from the carcasses
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the second inspection point 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyze, organise and critically evaluate information.
    Specific Outcome: 2, 3, 4, 5
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the vent cutting machine for the removal of the
    cloaca from the carcasses
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the slitting machine for the opening of the abdominal cavity
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the in-line evisceration machine
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the second inspection point 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation.
    Specific Outcome: Embedded 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
    Specific Outcome: 1, 2, 3, 4
  • Comply with hygiene and safety regulations and procedures
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the vent cutting machine for the removal of the
    cloaca from the carcasses
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the slitting machine for the opening of the abdominal cavity
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the in-line evisceration machine 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognizing that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
    Specific Outcome: 1, 2, 5
  • Comply with hygiene and safety regulations and procedures
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of the vent cutting machine for the removal of the
    cloaca from the carcasses
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the second inspection point 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Elective  49583   General Education and Training Certificate: Poultry Processing  Level 1  NQF Level 01  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Elective  49581   National Certificate: Poultry Processing  Level 2  NQF Level 02  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 
    Elective  49579   National Certificate: Poultry Processing  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2023-06-30  AgriSETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
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