Unit of competency Outline

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Operate basic equipment

Operate basic equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR1005
State Code
BBG21
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
27/07/2018
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate basic equipment that requires limited application of equipment and process knowledge, and limited equipment adjustment.This unit applies to individuals who work alongside a supervisor in most situations and exercise limited autonomy. The unit has generic application in a wide range of situations and should be customised for equipment not covered by any other specific unit.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory work health and safety legislation 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. Follow workplace procedures to operate equipment
  • 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 equipment to confirm it is ready and safe to operate according to workplace procedures, including safety requirements
  • 1.5 Conduct pre-start checks according to operator instructions
  • 1.6 Start and operate equipment to achieve required outcome according to work health and safety and operating procedures
2. Monitor and complete equipment operation
  • 2.1 Monitor equipment to identify variation in operating conditions
  • 2.2 Identify and report variation in equipment operation and maintenance requirements
  • 2.3 Shut down equipment safely according to operating procedures
  • 2.4 Maintain a clean and tidy work area according to work health and safety procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4583 FDFOP1005A Operate basic equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODM28 FBPOPR1013 Operate basic equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDP0 FBP10217 Certificate I in Baking Qualification
BDO7 FBP10117 Certificate I in Food Processing Qualification