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Operate a starch moulding process

Operate a starch moulding process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPCON2009
State Code
BBG77
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
50
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, adjust and shut down sugar moulded products using a starch moulding process.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision as production workers and are responsible for the operation and monitoring of starch moulding equipment and processes in a confectionery production environment. 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 starch moulding equipment and process for operation
  • 1.1 Confirm materials are available according to workplace procedure
  • 1.2 Condition starch for moulding according to production specifications
  • 1.3 Identify and confirm cleaning and maintenance requirements
  • 1.4 Identify safety requirements and wear appropriate personal protective equipment and ensure correct fit
  • 1.5 Prepare starch mould to meet production requirements
  • 1.6 Enter processing or operating parameters according to equipment operating instructions
  • 1.7 Transfer ingredients or mix to moulding equipment
  • 1.8 Check and adjust equipment performance according to operating parameters
  • 1.9 Carry out pre-start checks according to operating procedures
2. Operate and monitor the starch moulding and removal process
  • 2.1 Start and operate the process safely according to operating instructions and safety procedures
  • 2.2 Monitor equipment to identify variation in operating conditions
  • 2.3 Identify variation in equipment operation and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Confirm that specifications are met at each stage
  • 2.5 Identify, rectify or report out-of-specification product or process outcomes according to workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Maintain the work area according to workplace procedures
  • 2.7 Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
3. Shut down the starch moulding process
  • 3.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure according to operating instructions
  • 3.2 Shut down the process safely according to shutdown procedures
  • 3.3 Identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4529 FDFCON2009A Operate a starch moulding process Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODM02 FBPCON3008 Operate and monitor a starch moulding process Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDO8 FBP20117 Certificate II in Food Processing Qualification
BDP2 FBP20317 Certificate II in Food Processing (Sales) Qualification