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Operate a case packing process

Operate a case packing process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPBPG2010
State Code
ODL69
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
45
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, adjust and shut down a secondary packaging process used to form trays or boxes, load and position product, and seal the package.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and in a food processing packing environment. It typically applies to the worker responsible for applying basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of a case packing process and associated equipment. Case packers may be configured as side loading, wrap around, drop, or pick and place packers.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with state/territory health and safety 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 the case packing equipment and process for operation
  • 1.1 Confirm 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 packaged product and packaging components and consumables are available to meet production and food safety requirements
  • 1.5 Carry out pre-start checks on process and related equipment to confirm readiness for use according to workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Load or position packaging components and consumables according to workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • 1.7 Set parameters to meet safety and packaging requirements
2. Operate and monitor equipment
  • 2.1 Start, operate and monitor the process for variation in operating conditions according to safe work procedures
  • 2.2 Report any variation in equipment operation according to workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Monitor packaging quality and packaging appearance to confirm that specifications are met
  • 2.4 Identify, adjust and report out-of-specification process outcomes according to workplace requirements
  • 2.5 Follow and apply workplace cleaning procedures and environmental requirements
3. Shut down the case packing process
  • 3.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure, and implement safely according to operating procedures
  • 3.2 Identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBG33 FBPOPR2018 Operate a case packing process Unit of competency