Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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Operate and monitor a reduction system
Operate and monitor a reduction system
Unit of competency
National Code
FBPGRA3030
FBPGRA3030
State Code
ODL11
ODL11
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
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, monitor and shut down a reduction system to reduce the size of the endosperm and produce flour. This unit applies to individuals who work in a grain processing production environment under the direction of the miller or head miller. It typically targets the production worker responsible for applying basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of break roll equipment.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 reduction equipment for operation
- 1.1 Confirm materials are available according to operating 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 Monitor 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 confirm that flour produced is in line with expectations, and report any variation
- 2.4 Identify and report out-of-specification product or 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. Complete the reduction process
- 3.1 Assist with shutting down the process safely according to operating procedures
- 3.2 Identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
- 3.3 Ensure waste is disposed of in line with environmental requirements
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHA7 | FBP30121 | Certificate III in Food Processing | Qualification |