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Operate a mixing or blending process

Operate a mixing or blending process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR2082
State Code
ODM35
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
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to combine ingredients and additives in the correct quantities and sequence, and to operate and shut down mixing and blending equipment to achieve the required mix characteristics.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision in a processing industry. Mixes may include concentrated pre-mixes or bulk blends. The output of this process may be a product requiring further processing or for external use.This unit should not be delivered in a qualification with FBPOPR2087 Operate a mixing or blending and cooking processAll work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety, environmental 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 production requirements
  • 1.2 Wear appropriate personal protective clothing and ensure correct fit according to health and safety requirements
  • 1.3 Prepare pre-mixes according to product safety and job requirements
  • 1.4 Identify and confirm equipment is clean and not locked out
2. Prepare the mixing or blending equipment and process for operation
  • 2.1 Fit machine components and related attachments, and adjust to meet operating requirements
  • 2.2 Enter processing or operating parameters to meet production requirements
  • 2.3 Perform pre-start checks according to operator instructions
3. Operate and monitor equipment
  • 3.1 Deliver ingredients and additives to the mixer in the required quantities and sequence to meet recipe specifications
  • 3.2 Start, operate and monitor the process to ensure optimal operations
  • 3.3 Monitor the mixing process to confirm that product meets specifications
  • 3.4 Identify, adjust and report out-of-specification equipment, product or process outcomes according to workplace requirements
  • 3.5 Transfer mix to required production or storage location according to product safety and workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Apply workplace cleaning procedures and environmental requirements
4. Shut down the mixing or blending process
  • 4.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure
  • 4.2 Shut down the process safely according to operating procedures
  • 4.3 Identify and report maintenance requirements according to safe work procedures
  • 4.4 Maintain workplace records in required format
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBG29 FBPOPR2028 Operate a mixing or blending process Unit of competency