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Operate a production process

Operate a production process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR2089
State Code
ODL07
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
50
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, adjust and shut down a production process.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and 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 production process and associated equipment.This unit should only be used where no specific production process unit is available.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety, environmental 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 materials are available to meet product specification
  • 1.2 Identify and confirm cleaning requirements and equipment status according to health, safety and food safety requirements
  • 1.3 Wear appropriate personal protective clothing and ensure correct fit
2. Prepare the equipment and process for operation
  • 2.1 Fit machine components and related attachments and adjust to meet operating requirements
  • 2.2 Enter processing and operating parameters to meet safety and production requirements
  • 2.3 Carry out pre-start checks according to safe work procedures
3. Operate and monitor equipment
  • 3.1 Start, operate and monitor equipment to ensure optimal operations
  • 3.2 Monitor the process to confirm that product specifications are met
  • 3.3 Identify, adjust and report out-of-specification equipment, product or process outcomes according to workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Follow workplace housekeeping procedures and dispose of waste according to environmental requirements
4. Shut down the process
  • 4.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure
  • 4.2 Shut down the process according to safe operating procedures
  • 4.3 Identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBF69 FBPOPR2046 Operate a production process Unit of competency