Unit of competency Outline
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Prepare and wax tanks
Prepare and wax tanks
Unit of competency
National Code
FDFCEL2020A
FDFCEL2020A
State Code
S7892
S7892
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/06/2012
Field of Education
019905 - Food Science And Biotechnology
Original Release Date
13/06/2012
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This specialist unit has been developed for the cellar stream of the wine sector. It covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare and wax tanks.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare materials and tank for waxing
- 1.1 Tank is prepared and confirmed as ready to wax
- 1.2 Equipment is checked to confirm readiness for use
- 1.3 Services are confirmed and available, as required
- 1.4 Wax is prepared according to instructions
2. Wax tanks
- 2.1 Top layer of wax is removed according to workplace procedures
- 2.2 Wax is applied according to workplace procedures
- 2.3 Equipment is operated according to workplace procedures
- 2.4 Waxing process is monitored and out-of-specification process and equipment performance is identified, rectified and/or reported
- 2.5 Occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures are adhered to at all times
- 2.6 Waxed tank meets specification
3. Complete tank waxing activities
- 3.1 Waxing equipment is shut down according to workplace procedures
- 3.2 Equipment is cleaned according to workplace procedures
- 3.3 Waste generated by both the waxing process and cleaning process is collected, treated and disposed of, or recycled according to workplace procedures
- 3.4 Tank is returned to operating order
- 3.5 Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines
4. Record information
- 4.1 Workplace information is recorded in the appropriate format
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Policies and procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with workplace procedures, licensing requirements and legislative requirements
Workplace information
Workplace information can include:
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
specifications
production schedules or instructions
routine maintenance schedules
work notes
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
manufacturer instructions
verbal direction from manager, supervisor or senior operator
Preparation and waxing materials
Preparation and waxing materials may include:
cleaning and sanitising chemicals, paraffin, micro wax and beeswax
Equipment
Equipment used to prepare and wax tanks depends on specific requirements and would normally include:
hoses
spraying unit
burning on equipment
scaffolding
ventilation unit
scrapers
air blowers
air driers
Tank entry equipment
Tank entry equipment may include:
harness
rope
breathing apparatus
medical air supply
buddy bottle
ladder
fire extinguisher
oxygen monitor
Services
Services depend on specific requirements. Examples include:
high-pressure water or steam, and gas
Preparing equipment for cleaning
Preparing equipment for cleaning includes:
confirming that all waste materials have been cleared and equipment is correctly locked out, tagged out or isolated as required by operating procedures
Work
Work may be:
carried out in confined spaces
Work hazards
Work may involve exposure to:
chemical, dangerous or hazardous substances
Workplace information
Workplace information may be:
print or screen based
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.
Policies and procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with workplace procedures, licensing requirements and legislative requirements
Workplace information
Workplace information can include:
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
specifications
production schedules or instructions
routine maintenance schedules
work notes
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
manufacturer instructions
verbal direction from manager, supervisor or senior operator
Preparation and waxing materials
Preparation and waxing materials may include:
cleaning and sanitising chemicals, paraffin, micro wax and beeswax
Equipment
Equipment used to prepare and wax tanks depends on specific requirements and would normally include:
hoses
spraying unit
burning on equipment
scaffolding
ventilation unit
scrapers
air blowers
air driers
Tank entry equipment
Tank entry equipment may include:
harness
rope
breathing apparatus
medical air supply
buddy bottle
ladder
fire extinguisher
oxygen monitor
Services
Services depend on specific requirements. Examples include:
high-pressure water or steam, and gas
Preparing equipment for cleaning
Preparing equipment for cleaning includes:
confirming that all waste materials have been cleared and equipment is correctly locked out, tagged out or isolated as required by operating procedures
Work
Work may be:
carried out in confined spaces
Work hazards
Work may involve exposure to:
chemical, dangerous or hazardous substances
Workplace information
Workplace information may be:
print or screen based
Not applicable.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W0896 | FDFCELWAXB | Prepare and wax tanks | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAM84 | FBPCEL2010 | Prepare and wax tanks | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D684 | FDF30411 | Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations | Qualification |
| D680 | FDF20411 | Certificate II in Wine Industry Operations | Qualification |