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Operate a packaging process

Operate a packaging process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPBPG2012
State Code
ODL10
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 set up, operate, adjust and shut down a packaging process or sub-system.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and operate and monitor a packaging process and associated equipment in a processing packaging environment. A packaging process may relate to primary and secondary packaging activities. It typically requires the operation of a series of related items of equipment to achieve the required outcome.The unit only applies in a processing packaging environment where no other specific packaging unit is available. It should not be delivered in a qualification that includes another specific packaging unit.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with state/territory health and safety and 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 Interpret work instructions and clarify where required
  • 1.2 Identify health and safety hazards and inform supervisor
  • 1.3 Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure correct fit
  • 1.4 Confirm that packaging components and consumables, materials and items to be packaged are available to meet operating requirements
  • 1.5 Identify and confirm equipment is clean and not locked out
2. Prepare the equipment and process for operation
  • 2.1 Fit and adjust machine components and related attachments
  • 2.2 Confirm operating parameters to meet safety and production requirements
  • 2.3 Load or position materials, product and packaging components and consumables according to safety and operating requirements
  • 2.4 Check and adjust equipment performance according to operating and job requirements
  • 2.5 Carry out pre-start checks according to operator instructions
3. Operate and monitor the process
  • 3.1 Start, operate and monitor the process for variation in operating conditions according to safe work procedures
  • 3.2 Monitor the process to confirm that specifications are met
  • 3.3 Identify, adjust and report out-of-specification equipment, product or process outcomes according to workplace requirements
  • 3.4 Follow and apply workplace cleaning procedures and environmental requirements
4. Shut down the process
  • 4.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure
  • 4.2 Shut the process down safely according to operating procedures
  • 4.3 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
BBH47 FBPOPR2023 Operate a packaging process Unit of competency