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Apply an understanding of food additives

Apply an understanding of food additives

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPTEC4005
State Code
OAM42
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
45
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise the characteristics and functions of food additives, preservatives, colours and flavours used in food products.The unit applies to individuals who work with food additives in a food production environment. It is designed to provide an overview of food additives. It is not designed to meet the competency requirements of the person who specifies additives, preservatives, colours or flavours to be used in food. Analysis of the properties of food additives may also be done by a specialist.No occupational licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. However, legislative and regulatory requirements for food processing exist, so local requirements must be checked. All work must comply with Australian food safety standards and relevant codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Investigate the use of additives in food
  • 1.1 Identify types and groupings of food additives used in food products
  • 1.2 Explain functions of food additives
  • 1.3 Research legal requirements relating to use of food additives
  • 1.4 Explain legal and quality consequences of incorrect additive addition
2. Manage use of additives in a production process
  • 2.1 Identify additives types and groupings used in workplace product range
  • 2.2 Determine and apply suitable methods of application of food additives to meet production requirements
  • 2.3 Establish or review procedures for safe storage, handling and application of food additives
  • 2.4 Conduct handling, use and disposal of additives in accordance with safety and environmental standards
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D4742 FDFTEC4005A Apply an understanding of food additives Unit of competency