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Follow procedures to maintain good manufacturing practice in food processing

Follow procedures to maintain good manufacturing practice in food processing

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPOPR2096
State Code
ODL90
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 comply with relevant good manufacturing practice (GMP) requirements and workplace quality standards in a food or beverage processing facility.The unit applies to individuals who follow GMP requirements to undertake routine food processing work, under supervision.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety, environmental 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. Identify requirements of GMP related to own work
  • 1.1 Locate sources of information on GMP requirements in the workplace
  • 1.2 Identify GMP requirements for food processing work
  • 1.3 Confirm specific GMP requirements for own work
2. Prepare for work
  • 2.1 Ensure personal hygiene meets GMP requirements
  • 2.2 Prepare, use, store and dispose of personal protective equipment and contamination prevention clothing according to GMP requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Comply with area entry and exit procedures when moving around the workplace
3. Follow GMP requirements when carrying out work activities
  • 3.1 Routinely monitor work area, materials and equipment to ensure compliance with GMP requirements
  • 3.2 Handle raw materials, product and packaging components according to GMP requirements and workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Identify contamination and follow appropriate control measures relating to work responsibilities and GMP requirements
  • 3.4 Identify processes, practices or conditions that are inconsistent with GMP requirements, and report according to workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Maintain workplace cleanliness and tidiness to meet GMP requirements
  • 3.6 Conduct work according to food safety and environmental procedures
  • 3.7 Complete documentation according to workplace procedures
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