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Prepare basic mixes

Prepare basic mixes

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR1004
State Code
BBG22
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
23/01/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
27/07/2018
Field of Education
030307 - Food Processing Technology
Original Release Date
27/07/2018
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to combine ingredients and additives in the correct quantities and to operate mixing and blending equipment to prepare basic mixes.This unit applies to individuals who work alongside a supervisor in most situations and exercise limited autonomy. It has application in a variety of food processing operations, involving basic mixes made using pre-mix ingredients and/or where the knowledge of ingredient sequencing and ingredient characteristics is minimal.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory work health and safety, and food safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for mixing/blending
  • 1.1 Read or listen to work instructions from supervisor and ask for clarification where necessary
  • 1.2 Identify work health and safety hazards and tell supervisor
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment as required
  • 1.4 Check that materials are available to meet production requirements
  • 1.5 Identify and measure required ingredients according to workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Enter processing or operating parameters for mixing or blending to meet safety and production requirements
  • 1.7 Check equipment performance and adjust according to operating requirements
  • 1.8 Perform pre-start checks according to operator instructions
2. Operate and monitor the mixing/blending process
  • 2.1 Add ingredients to the mixer in the required quantities to meet recipe specifications
  • 2.2 Start the mixing and blending process according to work health and safety and operating procedures
  • 2.3 Monitor equipment to identify variation in operating conditions and report maintenance requirements
  • 2.4 Monitor the mixing process to confirm that specifications are met
  • 2.5 Identify and report or rectify out-of-specification product and process outcomes
  • 2.6 Maintain a clean and tidy work area according to workplace procedures
3. Shut down the mixing/blending process
  • 3.1 Identify and apply the shut-down procedure safely according to operating procedures
  • 3.2 Identify and report maintenance requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4582 FDFOP1004A Prepare basic mixes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODL71 FBPOPR1012 Prepare basic mixes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDP0 FBP10217 Certificate I in Baking Qualification
BDO7 FBP10117 Certificate I in Food Processing Qualification