Unit of competency Outline
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Operate and monitor sifting and grading
Operate and monitor sifting and grading
Unit of competency
National Code
FBPGRA3026
FBPGRA3026
State Code
ODL18
ODL18
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/11/2021
Field of Education
030307 - Food Processing Technology
Original Release Date
23/11/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, monitor and shut down sifting and grading equipment used to separate the break stock (chop) into appropriate flows to the next break, purifiers and sizing rolls.This unit applies to individuals who work in a grain processing environment under the direction of the miller or head miller, to produce food or feed. It typically targets the production worker responsible for applying basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of equipment and processes used for sifting and grading stock.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to 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 sifting and grading equipment and process for operation
- 1.1 Confirm materials are available to meet specification requirements
- 1.2 Carry out pre-start checks according to operator instructions
- 1.3 Identify and confirm work area is clean according to food safety standards, and equipment is not locked out
- 1.4 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment and clothing as required of workplace policies
- 1.5 Check processing or operating parameters to meet safety requirements
2. Operate and monitor equipment
- 2.1 Operate the process according to safe work procedures
- 2.2 Identify any variation in equipment operation, and report to miller
- 2.3 Take and check product samples to ensure break stock is separated in line with specifications
- 2.4 Identify and report out-of-specification product and process outcomes according to workplace procedures
- 2.5 Maintain the work area according to safe work and food safety procedures
- 2.6 Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
3. Shut down the sifting and grading process
- 3.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure
- 3.2 Assist in shutting down the process safely according to operating procedures
- 3.3 Clean sifters and identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
- 3.4 Ensure waste is disposed of in line with environmental requirements
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBH24 | FBPGRA2006 | Operate a scalping and grading process | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHA7 | FBP30121 | Certificate III in Food Processing | Qualification |