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Prepare and wax tanks

Prepare and wax tanks

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPCEL2010
State Code
OAM84
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/04/2019
Field of Education
019905 - Food Science And Biotechnology
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and wax tanks in winemaking. It may involve work in confined spaces.The unit applies to individuals who work in winemaking operations and take responsibility for their own work. Individuals generally work under supervision but have some autonomy and accountability for their own work.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.Legislative requirements relating to confined space entry and hot work controls apply to this unit. Special tank entry and breathing equipment may be required. Users are advised to check with the relevant state/territory health and safety in the workplace authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare materials and tank for waxing
  • 1.1 Identify and confirm waxing requirements
  • 1.2 Confirm environmental guidelines and identify potential health and safety in the workplace hazards and controls according to workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment required for waxing process
  • 1.4 Confirm with supervisor that the relevant worksite permits have been obtained prior to commencement of waxing process
  • 1.5 Prepare tank and confirm that it is ready to wax in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Check equipment and confirm readiness for use according to workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Confirm that services are available and operational to meet waxing requirements
  • 1.8 Prepare wax according to manufacturer's and workplace instructions
2. Wax tanks
  • 2.1 Remove top layer of wax following safe work practices
  • 2.2 Apply wax according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Operate equipment according to workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 2.4 Monitor waxing process and address non-conformances in process and equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Confirm waxed tank meets waxing requirements
3. Complete tank waxing activities
  • 3.1 Identify and implement appropriate equipment shutdown procedures
  • 3.2 Clean and store equipment
  • 3.3 Collect, treat and dispose of or recycle waste generated by both the waxing process and cleaning procedures
  • 3.4 Return tank to operating order according to workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Record workplace information according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7892 FDFCEL2020A Prepare and wax tanks Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEE9 FBP20518 Certificate II in Wine Industry Operations Qualification