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Operate and monitor a high speed wrapping process

Operate and monitor a high speed wrapping process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPBPG3011
State Code
ODK96
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
09/09/2021
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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
45
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, monitor, adjust and shut down a primary packaging process using high speed wrapping equipment to enclose product in a sealed, airtight film or cello package.This unit typically applies to the worker responsible for applying basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of a high speed wrapping process and associated equipment.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 food safety and production requirements
  • 1.5 Identify and confirm equipment is clean, according to food safety guidelines, and not locked out
2. Prepare the wrapping equipment and process for operation
  • 2.1 Carry out pre-start checks on process and related equipment to confirm readiness for use
  • 2.2 Load and position packaging components and consumables according to operating procedures
  • 2.3 Set parameters to meet safety and packaging requirements
3. Operate and monitor equipment
  • 3.1 Start, operate and monitor the process for variation in operating conditions
  • 3.2 Monitor packaging to ensure correct content, weights, pack alignment and codes, and seal integrity meets specifications
  • 3.3 Identify, adjust and report out-of-specification equipment, product or process outcomes according to workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Follow and apply workplace cleaning procedures and dispose of waste following environmental requirements
4. Shut down the wrapping process
  • 4.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure, and implement
  • 4.2 Report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
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State Code National Code Title Type
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