The Foundation Program consists of Level 1 technical training in addition to practical and essential skills related to the Meatcutter apprentice program. "Meatcutter" means a person who breaks down carcasses, cuts meat to industry specification using hand and power tools in a safe and sanitary manner, and/or has a basic understanding of handling meat carcasses. Also orders, handles and prepares for sale a variety of seafood products, manufacturers prepared meat products, and handles cured meat products for sale. Also has a knowledge of ordering and inventory control and of human and customer relations.
