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Operate and monitor an homogenising process

Operate and monitor an homogenising process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR3013
State Code
ODL52
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
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, adjust and shut down a homogenising process.This unit applies to individuals who work 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 homogenising process and associated equipment.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with 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 processing requirements
  • 1.2 Identify and confirm cleaning and maintenance requirements and status according to health and safety and food safety requirements
  • 1.3 Wear appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment and ensure correct fit
2. Prepare homogenising process for operation
  • 2.1 Fit machine components and related attachments and adjust to meet operating requirements
  • 2.2 Enter processing and operating parameters as required to meet safety and production requirements
  • 2.3 Carry out pre-start checks according to workplace health and safety and operating procedures
3. Operate and monitor equipment
  • 3.1 Start, operate and monitor the process to ensure optimal operations
  • 3.2 Monitor the process to confirm that specifications are met
  • 3.3 Identify, rectify and report out-of-specification equipment, product or process outcomes according to workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Follow and apply workplace housekeeping and environmental procedures
4. Shut down homogenising equipment
  • 4.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure
  • 4.2 Shut down the process according to health and safety and 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
BBH13 FBPOPR2043 Operate an homogenising process Unit of competency