Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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22/07/2026 12:43 PM AWST
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Operate and monitor a form, fill and seal process
Operate and monitor a form, fill and seal process
Unit of competency
National Code
FBPBPG3012
FBPBPG3012
State Code
ODL37
ODL37
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/11/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
23/11/2021
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, monitor, adjust and shut down a form, fill and seal process.This unit applies to individuals responsible for applying basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of a forming, filling and sealing process and associated equipment. It can apply to both aseptic and non-aseptic form and fill processes.This unit should not be delivered in a qualification with FBPBPG2011 Operate a fill and seal process.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with state/territory health and safety and food safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for work in processing area
- 1.1 Confirm work instructions and clarify where required
- 1.2 Identify health and safety hazards and address risks
- 1.3 Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and ensure correct fit
- 1.4 Confirm that materials and packaging components and consumables are available to meet operating and food safety requirements
- 1.5 Identify and confirm equipment is clean, according to food safety guidelines, and not locked out
2. Prepare the forming, filling and sealing equipment and process for operation
- 2.1 Fit and adjust machine components and related attachments to meet safety and operating requirements
- 2.2 Confirm operating parameters to meet safety and production requirements
- 2.3 Carry out pre-start checks, adjusting equipment performance according to operating procedures
3. Operate and monitor equipment
- 3.1 Start, operate and monitor the process for variation in operating conditions according to safe work procedures
- 3.2 Monitor process to ensure fill levels are within specification
- 3.3 Monitor packaging quality and ensure seal integrity meets specifications
- 3.4 Identify, adjust and report out-of-specification equipment, product or process outcomes according to workplace requirements
- 3.5 Follow and apply workplace cleaning procedures and dispose of waste following environmental requirements
4. Shut down the forming, filling and sealing process
- 4.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure, and implement
- 4.2 Report routine maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
- 4.3 Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBG97 | FBPOPR2020 | Operate a form, fill and seal process | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHA7 | FBP30121 | Certificate III in Food Processing | Qualification |