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Perform second distillation (pot still brandy) operations

Perform second distillation (pot still brandy) operations

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPCEL3016
State Code
OAN80
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/04/2019
Field of Education
019905 - Food Science And Biotechnology
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a pot still for the second distillation.The unit applies to individuals who work in cellar operations and take responsibility for their own work using discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.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.Legislative requirements relating to distilling alcohol apply to this unit. Users are advised to check current requirements with the Australian Tax Office and state/territory liquor licensing and health agencies.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare the second distillation process for operation
  • 1.1 Identify and confirm production requirements
  • 1.2 Confirm availability of required materials and services to meet production requirements
  • 1.3 Confirm environmental guidelines and identify potential health and safety hazards and controls according to workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Select and fit personal protective equipment required for production
  • 1.5 Prepare materials to meet production requirements
  • 1.6 Check equipment to confirm readiness for use according to workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Set the process to meet production requirements
2. Operate and monitor the second distillation process
  • 2.1 Start up the distillation process safely according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Monitor production process to confirm distillation process meets specifications
  • 2.3 Identify and address non-conformances in product, process and equipment according to workplace procedures
3. Shut down the second distillation process
  • 3.1 Identify and implement appropriate shutdown procedures
  • 3.2 Dismantle equipment safely and prepare for cleaning
  • 3.3 Collect, treat and dispose of or recycle waste generated by both the pressing process and cleaning procedures
  • 3.4 Record workplace information according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7893 FDFCEL3001A Perform second distillation (pot still brandy) operations Unit of competency