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Work effectively in the food processing industry
Work effectively in the food processing industry
Unit of competency
National Code
FDFOP2001A
FDFOP2001A
State Code
D4589
D4589
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/07/2014
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
31/07/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to work effectively in the food processing industry by applying an understanding of the structure of the industry, workplace policies and procedures, and conditions relevant to their employment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Overview the food processing industry
- 1.1. Sectors of the food processing industry are identified
- 1.2. Key sector representatives and their roles are identified
- 1.3. Relevant legislation and guidelines common to employment in the sector are identified
- 1.4. Types of employment in the food industries are identified and key responsibilities described
2. Identify key production processes and supply chains
- 2.1. Raw materials used in the workplace and their source are identified
- 2.2. Range of products produced in the workplace are identified
- 2.3. Workplace production processes for converting materials into products are identified
- 2.4. Supply chains for products are identified
3. Carry out work responsibilities according to policies and procedures
- 3.1. Information on conditions of employment, company policies and procedures is identified
- 3.2. Policies and procedures are applied when carrying out work role
- 3.3. Rights, responsibilities and legal obligations are identified
- 3.4. Key personnel and their roles are identified.
- 3.5. Employability skills required for working effectively are identified and applied
- 3.6. Consequences of not following workplace environmental and safety policies and practices are identified
4. Take responsibility for own skill development
- 4.1. Skills required for work role are identified and own ability assessed to determine learning needs
- 4.2. Opportunities for skill development are identified and participated in
- 4.3. Responsibility is taken for own work tasks and role
- 4.4. Own work is monitored against workplace standards and areas for improvement identified and acted upon
- 4.5. Problem solving strategies are used to address problems, inconsistencies or concerns when fulfilling work role
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 company policies and procedures, regulatory and licensing requirements, legislative requirements and industrial awards and agreements.
Company policies and procedures
Company policies and procedures referred to are additional to those covered by OHS, quality, food safety and environmental competency standards. They include:
codes of practice and general employment policies and procedures in areas, such as sexual harassment
EEO/affirmative action
anti-discrimination
racial vilification
workplace bullying
Conditions of employment
Conditions of employment typically include:
pay and conditions
leave arrangements
reporting and timekeeping responsibilities
terms of employment, including permanent, casual and probationary periods
disciplinary procedures
staff facilities and amenities
Key personnel
Key personnel may include but are not limited to:
human resource personnel responsible for recruitment, training, pay and conditions issues
relevant site and operations managers
supervisors/team leaders
industrial/work area representatives
Employability skills
Employability skills include:
ability to work in teams
ability to solve problems
ability to communicate in the workplace
using initiative and enterprise
using technology
ability to plan and organise
ability to manage self
ability to learn work-related skills and knowledge
Supply chains
Supply chains refer to:
concept of product flow from raw materials to production, distribution, marketing and sales
customers and suppliers
Problem solving strategies
Problem solving strategies include:
asking questions
reporting or referring to appropriate personnel
asking for help or support
referring to standard operating procedures
consideration of options
accessing information
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 company policies and procedures, regulatory and licensing requirements, legislative requirements and industrial awards and agreements.
Company policies and procedures
Company policies and procedures referred to are additional to those covered by OHS, quality, food safety and environmental competency standards. They include:
codes of practice and general employment policies and procedures in areas, such as sexual harassment
EEO/affirmative action
anti-discrimination
racial vilification
workplace bullying
Conditions of employment
Conditions of employment typically include:
pay and conditions
leave arrangements
reporting and timekeeping responsibilities
terms of employment, including permanent, casual and probationary periods
disciplinary procedures
staff facilities and amenities
Key personnel
Key personnel may include but are not limited to:
human resource personnel responsible for recruitment, training, pay and conditions issues
relevant site and operations managers
supervisors/team leaders
industrial/work area representatives
Employability skills
Employability skills include:
ability to work in teams
ability to solve problems
ability to communicate in the workplace
using initiative and enterprise
using technology
ability to plan and organise
ability to manage self
ability to learn work-related skills and knowledge
Supply chains
Supply chains refer to:
concept of product flow from raw materials to production, distribution, marketing and sales
customers and suppliers
Problem solving strategies
Problem solving strategies include:
asking questions
reporting or referring to appropriate personnel
asking for help or support
referring to standard operating procedures
consideration of options
accessing information
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
recognise key industry sectors
identify workplace practices and processes
describe concepts of supply chains
identify relevant legislation Identify expectations and responsibilities of the work role
identify organisational products and processes
identify location of operations.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real workplace where the assessee has access to:
advice on work roles and responsibilities
advice on workplace policies, codes of practice, procedures, structure and personnel
advice on conditions of employment and entitlements
site maps
workplace access.
Method of assessment
This unit should be assessed together with other units of competency relevant to the work role.
Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
recognise key industry sectors
identify workplace practices and processes
describe concepts of supply chains
identify relevant legislation Identify expectations and responsibilities of the work role
identify organisational products and processes
identify location of operations.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real workplace where the assessee has access to:
advice on work roles and responsibilities
advice on workplace policies, codes of practice, procedures, structure and personnel
advice on conditions of employment and entitlements
site maps
workplace access.
Method of assessment
This unit should be assessed together with other units of competency relevant to the work role.
Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBG08 | FBPOPR2001 | Work effectively in the food processing industry | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D678 | FDF20111 | Certificate II in Food Processing | Qualification |
| D681 | FDF20911 | Certificate II in Food Processing (Sales) | Qualification |
| BDI4 | AMP20116 | Certificate II in Meat Processing (Food Services) | Qualification |
| D679 | FDF20211 | Certificate II in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | Qualification |