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Operate and monitor a soap splitting process

Operate and monitor a soap splitting process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOIL3006
State Code
ODK89
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
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate, monitor, adjust and shut down a soap splitting process. It covers the splitting of soap stock into an acid oil stream and an acid water stream. This may also be referred to as an acid oil process.This unit applies to individuals who apply basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of a soap splitting process in an edible oils production environment.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with state/territory health and safety 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 the soap splitting and related equipment for operation
  • 1.1 Confirm soap stock is available to meet product recipe requirements
  • 1.2 Identify safety requirements and wear appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment, ensuring correct fit
  • 1.3 Confirm equipment has been cleaned and is not locked out
  • 1.4 Fit and adjust machine components and related attachments according to operating requirements
  • 1.5 Acknowledge and load recipe to meet production requirements
  • 1.6 Conduct pre-start checks according to operator instructions
2. Operate and monitor equipment
  • 2.1 Start up and operate the soap-splitting process according to safe operating procedures
  • 2.2 Ensure equipment and hoses are placed for optimal operations and to ensure safety
  • 2.3 Monitor equipment and services to ensure optimal operations
  • 2.4 Identify and report irregularities in equipment operation, and report any maintenance requirements
  • 2.5 Confirm specifications are met at each stage according to production processing specifications
  • 2.6 Identify, rectify or report out-of-specification product and process outcomes according to workplace procedures
  • 2.7 Maintain work area according to workplace guidelines
  • 2.8 Test finished samples to ensure product meets specifications
  • 2.9 Enter workplace records in required format
3. Shut down the soap splitting process
  • 3.1 Identify appropriate shutdown procedure
  • 3.2 Shut down the process safely according to operating procedures
  • 3.3 Identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Ensure waste is disposed of in line with environmental requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBH27 FBPGPS2009 Operate a soap splitting process Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHA7 FBP30121 Certificate III in Food Processing Qualification