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Work in confined spaces in the food and beverage industries

Work in confined spaces in the food and beverage industries

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR2072
State Code
OAL65
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/04/2019
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work in confined spaces in the food and beverage industries.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy in a food or beverage processing environment.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, and food safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace. Confined space entry work permits may be required.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for entering and working in confined spaces
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to entering and working in confined spaces
  • 1.2 Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions and safety requirements
  • 1.3 Obtain authorisation (entry permit) to enter the confined space
  • 1.4 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to job requirements
  • 1.5 Confirm emergency response procedure with the stand-by person
  • 1.6 Identify, obtain and position signage, barriers and rescue equipment according to workplace requirements
  • 1.7 Select tools and equipment to carry out tasks, check for serviceability and rectify or report faults
  • 1.8 Identify, confirm and apply environmental protection requirements
2. Enter and work in the confined space
  • 2.1 Gain access to the confined space
  • 2.2 Test and monitor the atmosphere for harmful elements
  • 2.3 Apply tagging and lock-out procedures
  • 2.4 Enter confined space
  • 2.5 Maintain communication with the stand-by person
  • 2.6 Comply with entry permit requirements
  • 2.7 Monitor and adhere to allocated entry time
3. Exit confined space
  • 3.1 Exit confined space
  • 3.2 Recover tools, equipment and materials
  • 3.3 Conduct inspection of the confined space to ensure it is left safe and fit for purpose
  • 3.4 Secure access
  • 3.5 Remove tagging and lock-out
  • 3.6 Complete confined space entry log
4. Clean-up work area
  • 4.1 Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials
  • 4.2 Clean, check, maintain and store tools and equipment
  • 4.3 Remove, clean and store barriers and signs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7968 FDFOP2065A Work in confined spaces in the food and beverage industries Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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