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Operate the bottle filling process

Operate the bottle filling process

Unit of competency
National Code
FDFBP3001A
State Code
S7861
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
01/05/2012
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/06/2012
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
13/06/2012
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate and shut down a range of semi-automated and automated bottling and packaging equipment involved in the bottle filling process.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to operate bottle filling equipment
  • 1.1 Product and materials are confirmed and available to meet bottling requirements
  • 1.2 Product and materials are prepared to meet bottling requirements
  • 1.3 Services are confirmed as available and ready for operation
  • 1.4 Bottle filling equipment is prepared and checked to confirm readiness for use
  • 1.5 Filling equipment is set to meet bottling requirements
2. Operate and monitor the bottle filling process
  • 2.1 Bottle filling equipment is started up according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Control points are monitored to confirm performance is maintained within specification
  • 2.3 Bottles are filled according to specification
  • 2.4 Bottle filling equipment is monitored to confirm operating condition
  • 2.5 Out-of-specification end product, process and equipment performance is identified, rectified and/or reported
3. Shut down the bottle filling process
  • 3.1 Bottle filling equipment is shut down according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Bottle filling equipment is prepared for cleaning
  • 3.3 Waste generated by both the process and cleaning procedures is collected, treated and disposed of, or recycled according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines
4. Record information
  • 3.5 Workplace information is recorded in appropriate format
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Policies and procedures
Work is carried out in accordance with workplace procedures, licensing requirements and legislative requirements
Workplace information
Workplace information can include:
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
specifications
production schedules or instructions
work notes
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
manufacturer instructions
verbal direction from manager, supervisor or senior operator
Equipment
Equipment may include:
counter-pressure fillers
gravity fillers
vacuum fillers
volumetric fillers
pressure fillers
Products and materials
Products and materials may include:
still wine, sparkling wine, fortified wine, liqueur, spirits and related drink products
bottles (any size)
Equipment status
Confirming equipment status involves:
checking that hygiene and sanitation standards, safety standards and pre-start requirements are met and that equipment is operational
checking operation or calibration of measuring instrumentation
Services
Services may include:
power
compressed air
water
inert gas
steam
vacuum
Monitoring the process
Monitoring the process may involve:
the use of production data, such as performance control charts
Process operation and monitoring functions
Process operation and monitoring functions may be:
manual or involve the use of a process control system
Control points
Control points refer to those key points in a work process that must be monitored and controlled. These include:
food safety (critical)
quality and regulatory control points
inspection points
Information systems
Information systems may be:
print or screen based
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
conduct pre-start checks on machinery used for bottle filling
start, operate, monitor and adjust process equipment to achieve required quality outcomes
take corrective action in response to typical faults and inconsistencies
complete workplace records as required
apply safe work practices and identify OHS hazards and controls
safely shut down equipment.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
personal protective clothing and equipment as required
work procedures, including advice on company practices, safe work practices, food safety, quality and environmental requirements
instructions, information, specifications and schedules as required
equipment, services and corresponding information as required
products and materials as required
internal and external customers and suppliers as required
cleaning procedures, materials and equipment as required
documentation and recording requirements and procedures.
Method of assessment
This unit should be assessed together with other units of competency relevant to the function or work role.
Guidance information for assessment
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competence should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W0879 FDFBPBFPB Operate the bottle filling process Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAN59 FBPBPG3001 Operate the bottle filling process Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
D684 FDF30411 Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations Qualification