Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 2:39 PM AWST
22/07/2026 2:39 PM AWST
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Pre-process raw materials
Pre-process raw materials
Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR3015
FBPOPR3015
State Code
ODL06
ODL06
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
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, monitor, adjust and shut down machinery used for the preparation of raw materials that may be used in human food or animal feed, including pulses and/or animal products.This unit applies to individuals who work in a food or feed processing environment. It typically applies to the production worker responsible for applying operating principles to the operation and monitoring of machinery to prepare raw materials.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to 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 product specification
- 1.2 Confirm equipment is clean and ready for operation according to work health, safety and food safety requirements
- 1.3 Wear appropriate personal protective clothing and ensure correct fit
2. Prepare equipment for pre-processing
- 2.1 Fit machine components and related attachments, and adjust to meet operating requirements
- 2.2 Enter processing and operating parameters to meet safety and production requirements
- 2.3 Carry out pre-start checks according to safe work procedures
3. Operate and monitor the pre-processing process
- 3.1 Start, operate and monitor equipment to ensure optimal performance
- 3.2 Monitor control points in the process to confirm that product specifications are met
- 3.3 Take samples and test product to ensure specifications are met
- 3.4 Identify, adjust and report out-of-specification equipment, product or process outcomes according to workplace requirements
- 3.5 Maintain the work area according to safe work and food safety procedures
- 3.6 Maintain workplace records, including traceability and biosecurity records, according to workplace procedures
4. Shut down the pre-processing process
- 4.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure
- 4.2 Shut down the process according to safe work procedures
- 4.3 Identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
- 4.4 Ensure waste is disposed of in line with environmental requirements
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBG63 | FBPOPR2048 | Pre-process raw materials | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHA7 | FBP30121 | Certificate III in Food Processing | Qualification |