Unit of competency Outline

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Operate interrelated processes in a packaging system

Operate interrelated processes in a packaging system

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR3006
State Code
OAM30
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/04/2019
Field of Education
030307 - Food Processing Technology
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, adjust and monitor interrelated processes in a packaging system.This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and 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 packaging system for operation
  • 1.1 Confirm equipment, materials and services are available to meet packaging requirements
  • 1.2 Identify and confirm cleaning requirements and equipment status
  • 1.3 Select and fit personal protective equipment according to job requirements
  • 1.4 Enter processing/operating parameters and select or adjust machine settings according to workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Load or position product and/or packaging components and consumables according to workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Conduct pre-start checks, adjust equipment performance and confirm equipment is ready and safe to operate
2. Operate and monitor the packaging system
  • 2.1 Start up and operate and monitor the system and equipment for variation in operating conditions
  • 2.2 Identify and report non-conformances according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Maintain the work area and report maintenance requirements
  • 2.4 Conduct work according to workplace environmental standards
3. Hand over packaging system operation
  • 3.1 Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Conduct handover procedures
  • 3.3 Confirm process operators are properly informed of system and related equipment status at completion of handover
4. Shut down the packaging system
  • 4.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure
  • 4.2 Shut down the system
  • 4.3 Identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
5. Contribute to continuous improvement of the system
  • 5.1 Review system performance against output plan/targets
  • 5.2 Identify and investigate opportunities for system improvement
  • 5.3 Develop and implement proposals for improvement within workplace planning arrangements, authority levels and according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4656 FDFOP3004A Operate interrelated processes in a packaging system Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODL46 FBPOPR3019 Operate and monitor interrelated processes in a production or packaging system Unit of competency