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Operate a beer filtration process

Operate a beer filtration process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR2015
State Code
BBF66
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
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, adjust and shut down a beer filtration process.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy in a food processing environment. It typically applies to the production worker responsible for applying basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of a beer filtration process and associated equipment.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 the filtration process for operation
  • 1.1 Confirm availability of required materials according to operating requirements
  • 1.2 Confirm availability of services according to operating requirements
  • 1.3 Wear appropriate personal protective clothing and ensure correct fit
  • 1.4 Conduct pre-start checks of equipment according to operator instructions, including checking that hygiene and sanitation standards are met
  • 1.5 Set the filtration process to meet production requirements
2. Operate and monitor the beer filtration system
  • 2.1 Start up beer filtration equipment according to operating procedures
  • 2.2 Monitor equipment and control points to confirm performance is maintained within specification
  • 2.3 Undertake blending of beer according to workplace procedures, as part of filtration process
  • 2.4 Confirm system and sub-system outputs meet specifications
  • 2.5 Identify, rectify and/or report out-of-specification product, process and equipment performance
  • 2.6 Record production and other workplace information according to workplace procedures
3. Shut down the filtration system
  • 3.1 Shut down the system safely according to operating procedures
  • 3.2 Clean and maintain equipment to meet the workplace cleaning schedule and procedural requirements
  • 3.3 Collect, treat and dispose of or recycle waste generated by both the process and cleaning procedures
  • 3.4 Record workplace information according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD874 FDFOP2069A Operate a beer filtration process Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODL65 FBPBEV3004 Operate and monitor a beer filtration process Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDP5 FBP30117 Certificate III in Food Processing Qualification
BDO8 FBP20117 Certificate II in Food Processing Qualification