Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to enter and work in a freezer storage or cold room area. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit has application in a food processing environment. This unit may be used in conjunction with FDFOP2010A Work with temperature controlled stock. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare to enter a freezer storage environment |
1.1. Appropriate clothing and footwear are identified and available 1.2. Clothing and footwear are correctly fitted prior to entering a freezer 1.3. Checks and inspections are conducted according to workplace procedures |
2. Identify and monitor equipment operation in a freezer storage environment |
2.1. Effects of freezing temperatures on equipment used are identified 2.2. Equipment is monitored to ensure it is in operational order when in use in a freezer |
3. Handle frozen product safely |
3.1. Handling requirements for frozen product are identified 3.2. Frozen product is handled safely 3.3. Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines |
4. Respond to emergencies |
4.1. Signs and symptoms of exposure are identified 4.2. Appropriate action is taken to minimise effects of exposure of self and others |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
Ability to :
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Required knowledge |
Knowledge of :
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. Competence in this unit must be achieved in accordance with food safety standards and regulations. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
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Method of assessment |
This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role. Examples could be:
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Guidance information for assessment |
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Policies and procedures |
Work is carried out according to company policies and procedures, regulatory and licensing requirements, legislative requirements, and industrial awards and agreements |
Legislative requirements |
Legislative requirements are typically reflected in procedures and specifications. Legislation relevant to this industry includes:
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Workplace information |
Workplace information may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Operational |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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