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Operate a beverage packaging process

Operate a beverage packaging process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPBPG2009
State Code
ODL70
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
030307 - Food Processing Technology
Original Release Date
23/11/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, adjust and shut down a process for packaging beverages that are in sealed containers such as bottles and cans. This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision in a food processing environment. It typically applies to the production worker responsible for applying basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of a packaging process and associated equipment.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 packaging process for operation
  • 1.1 Check packaging requirements according to workplace procedures and food safety requirements
  • 1.2 Confirm availability of required materials according to job specifications
  • 1.3 Confirm availability of services according to job specifications
  • 1.4 Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing, and ensure correct fit
  • 1.5 Conduct pre-start checks of packaging equipment, including checking that hygiene and sanitisation standards are met and all safety guards are in place
  • 1.6 Set the packaging process to meet production requirements
2. Operate and monitor equipment
  • 2.1 Start up the packaging process according to workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • 2.2 Monitor equipment and control points to confirm performance is maintained within specification
  • 2.3 Confirm packages meet specifications
  • 2.4 Maintain stock flow to and from packer process within production requirements
  • 2.5 Identify, adjust and/or report out-of-specification product, process and equipment performance
3. Shut down packaging process
  • 3.1 Shut down the system safely according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Clean and maintain equipment to meet the cleaning schedule and procedural requirements
  • 3.3 Collect, treat and dispose of or recycle waste generated by both the process and cleaning procedures
  • 3.4 Record workplace information in the appropriate format according to workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BBG36 FBPOPR2004 Operate a beer packaging process Unit of competency