Assessor Resource
FDFFST4004A
Perform microbiological procedures in the food industry
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit applies to laboratory and senior technical staff, and production managers, who are required to monitor the microbiology of food and food processing operations. This unit does not require the performance of microbiological procedures in a NATA certified facility. However it does require the ability to perform on site tests required in a food processing enterprise, to interpret the results of testing as part of monitoring production processes, and to identify the need for certified laboratory testing.
This unit provides an introduction to food microbiology. It covers the skills and knowledge required to perform on-site microbiological laboratory techniques and to interpret the results.
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