Assessment Requirements for FBPOPR3006 Operate interrelated processes in a packaging system

Release: 1

Assessment Requirements for FBPOPR3006 Operate interrelated processes in a packaging system

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 1	This version released with FBP Food, Beverage and Pharmaceutical Training Package Version 2.0.

Performance Evidence

An individual demonstrating competency must satisfy all of the elements and performance criteria in this unit.

There must be evidence that the individual has safely and effectively operated interrelated processes in a packaging system on at least two separate occasions, including:

setting and/or adjusting equipment to meet packaging requirements

inspecting equipment condition to identify any signs of wear

confirming selection of appropriate settings and/or related parameters

ensuring that isolation or lock outs are cancelled

confirming that equipment is clean and correctly configured for packaging requirements, positioning sensors and controls correctly

ensuring any scheduled maintenance has been carried out

confirming that all safety guards are in place and operational loading and/or positioning product, packaging components and consumables.

Knowledge Evidence

An individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge required to perform the tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit. This includes knowledge of:

purpose and basic principles of the packaging system, including:

the process flow and the interrelationships of each previous processes that can affect packaging outcomes, packaging technology, and packaging equipment components

basic operating principles of equipment and related accessories used by the system, including:

equipment adjustment points, status and purpose of guards, and range and location/alignment requirements of sensors and related feedback instruments

operating capacities of equipment used in the system, including different types of equipment and/or components by processing/packaging operations

related systems and responsibilities for interaction, including related production and further packaging/storage stages, services supply, maintenance, laboratory/quality assurance and planning and scheduling

technical knowledge of product/packaging characteristics and the main factors that impact on shelf-life

typical packaging related problems, including equipment faults, common causes and warning signs, incorrect or poor supply of materials and finished product, incorrect settings and poor operator control

relevant procedures, specifications and operating parameters for the system and the individual processes

isolation, lock out and tag out procedures and responsibilities

hazards, risks, controls and methods for monitoring processes within the system, including health and safety, food safety, quality and environmental hazards and risks in the workplace

workplace system and approach to equipment maintenance

process improvement procedures and related consultative arrangements

troubleshooting procedures and problem-solving techniques

communication responsibilities to inform related work areas/support functions and other shifts of operational status and production issues

procedures and responsibility for reporting production and performance information.

Assessment Conditions

Assessment of skills must take place under the following conditions:

physical conditions:

skills must be demonstrated in a workplace setting or an environment that accurately represents a real workplace

resources, equipment and materials:

personal protective equipment

production schedule and related advice on system requirements

packaging system equipment and related accessories and services

product, packaging components and consumables by the process

communication and recording systems and procedures

specifications:

information on equipment capacity and operating parameters.

Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guides are found in VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=78b15323-cd38-483e-aad7-1159b570a5c4