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Operate a crystalliser station process

Operate a crystalliser station process

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPSUG2016
State Code
OAN79
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
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
030307 - Food Processing Technology
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate the crystalliser station process from the low grade pan receiver through the crystallisers to the re-heater.The unit applies to individuals who work under supervision in the sugar milling industry.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare the crystalliser station for operation
  • 1.1 Confirm massecuite is available to meet production requirements
  • 1.2 Confirm services are available and ready for operation
  • 1.3 Check equipment in readiness for use according to workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to workplace safety procedures
  • 1.5 Set the crystallisers to meet production requirements
2. Operate and monitor crystalliser station
  • 2.1 Start and operate the crystalliser station according to workplace procedures, including safety requirements
  • 2.2 Confirm process performance is maintained within manufacturer's specifications to meet workplace requirements
  • 2.3 Ensure C-massecuite feed to fugals meets specification
  • 2.4 Monitor equipment to confirm operating condition
  • 2.5 Identify, rectify or report product, process and equipment non-conformance according to workplace procedures
3. Hand over the crystalliser station
  • 3.1 Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Carry out handover according to workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Ensure operators are aware of system and related equipment status at completion of handover according to workplace procedures
4. Shut down the crystalliser station
  • 4.1 Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure for operational and long-term shutdown conditions
  • 4.2 Shut down the system according to workplace procedures and manufacturer’s guidelines
  • 4.3 Prepare the system for storage in shutdown mode according to workplace procedures and manufacturer’s guidelines
  • 4.4 Identify and report operational maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures and manufacturer’s specifications
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD846 FDFSUG216A Operate a crystalliser station process Unit of competency