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FDFGPS2007A
Operate an interesterification process

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit has application in an edible oils production environment. It typically targets the production worker responsible for applying basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of a interesterification process. Processes may be batch or semi-continuous or continuous and apply to single or multiple product types.

When batch or product changeover procedures are part of this work process, the procedures should be used to customise the application of this unit. Where more detailed changeovers are carried out, FDFOP2011A Conduct routine maintenance, should be considered.

This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate, adjust and shut down an interesterification process to rearrange the chemical composition of oil molecules.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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.

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:

conduct pre-start checks on machinery used for interesterification

start, operate, monitor and adjust process equipment to achieve required quality outcomes

take corrective action in response to typical faults and inconsistencies

complete workplace records as required

apply safe work practices and identify OHS hazards and controls

safely shut down equipment

apply food safety procedures to work practices.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:

personal protective clothing and equipment

work procedures, including advice on safe work practices, food safety, quality and environmental requirements

information on equipment capacity and operating parameters

production schedule/batch instructions

specifications, control points and processing parameters

interesterification process and related equipment and services

deodorised oil required for interesterification and related catalyst

sampling schedules and test procedures and equipment as required

documentation and recording requirements and procedures

cleaning procedures, materials and equipment as required.

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:

FDFOP2003A Clean equipment in place

FDFOP2004A Clean and sanitise equipment

FDFOP2011A Conduct routine maintenance

FDFOP2013A Apply sampling procedures

FDFOP2030A Operate a process control interface

MSL973001A Perform basic tests.

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.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required knowledge

Knowledge of:

purpose and basic principles of the interesterification process, including a basic understanding of the chemical structure of oil and the effect of interesterification on this structure

basic operating principles of equipment, such as main equipment components, status and purpose of guards, equipment operating capacities and applications, and the purpose and location of sensors and related feedback instrumentation

services required and action to take if services are not available

the flow of the interesterification process and the effect of outputs on downstream edible fats and oils processes

quality characteristics to be achieved by the interesterification process

quality requirements of materials and effect of variation on interesterification process performance

operating requirements and parameters and corrective action required where operation is outside specified operating parameters

typical equipment faults and related causes, including signs and symptoms of faulty equipment and early warning signs of potential problems

methods used to monitor the interesterification process, such as inspecting, measuring and testing as required by the process

inspection or test points (control points) in the interesterification process and the related procedures and recording requirements

contamination/food safety risks associated with the interesterification process and related control measures

common causes of variation and corrective action required

occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards and controls

requirements of different shutdowns as appropriate to the interesterification process and workplace production requirements, including emergency and routine shutdowns and procedures to follow in the event of a power outage

isolation, lock out and tag out procedures and responsibilities

product/process changeover procedures and responsibilities

procedures and responsibility for reporting production and performance information

environmental issues and controls relevant to the interesterification process, including waste/rework collection and handling procedures related to the process

basic operating principles of process control, where relevant, including the relationship between control panels and systems and the physical equipment

sampling and testing associated with the interesterification process monitoring and control where relevant

routine maintenance procedures where relevant

cleaning and sanitation procedures where relevant

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.

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:

the Food Standards Code, including labelling, weights and measures legislation

legislation covering food safety, environmental management, OHS, anti-discrimination and equal opportunity

Workplace information

Workplace information may include:

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

specifications

production schedules and instructions

manufacturers' advice

standard forms and reports

Interesterification equipment

Interesterification equipment may include:

tanks

reactor

washing/drying vessel

pumps

filter system

Separators (centrifuges) may also be used to separate oil from wash water

Materials

Materials used in interesterification may include:

catalyst

wash water

Operation of equipment and processes

Operation of equipment and processes may require:

the use of process control panels and systems

Shutdown procedures

Shutdown procedures may include:

cleaning (in some cases cleaning may be carried out by a dedicated cleaning crew)

Services

Services may need to be confirmed. These depend on the nature of the process. Typical examples include:

power

steam

vacuum

water

compressed and instrumentation air

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Materials are confirmed and available to meet operating requirements 
Cleaning and maintenance requirements and status are identified and confirmed 
Processing/operating parameters are entered as required to meet safety and production requirements 
Equipment performance is checked and adjusted as required 
Pre-start checks are carried out as required by workplace requirements 
The process is started and operated according to workplace procedures 
Equipment is monitored to identify variation in operating conditions 
Variation in equipment operation is identified and maintenance requirements are reported according to workplace reporting requirements 
The process is monitored to confirm that product modification meets melting point and odour specifications 
Out-of-specification product/process outcomes are identified, rectified and/or reported to maintain the process within specification 
The work area is maintained according to housekeeping standards 
Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines 
Workplace records are maintained according to workplace recording requirements 
The appropriate shutdown procedure is identified 
The process is shut down according to workplace procedures 
Maintenance requirements are identified and reported according to workplace reporting requirements 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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