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FDFOP2065A
Work in confined spaces in the food and beverage industries

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit is appropriate for those working in confined space (enclosed or partially enclosed) for the purpose of carrying out work or inspections at food and beverage related worksites. It is also appropriate for those performing sentry or stand-by person roles.

Working in confined spaces in the food and beverage industries may include accessing vessels used to store, transport or process raw materials, in process product, and finished food and beverages. Confined space work will include normal access and exit skills as required by regulation and also skills to maintain or restore the suitability and hygiene of the confined space. Some applications of the unit may also include accessing spaces partially filled with product e.g. grain silos.

Examples of industry sectors where this unit may apply include brewing, wine, dairy processing, fruit and vegetable packing and processing, grain processing, poultry processing etc.

This unit specifies the competency required to work in a confined space (enclosed or partially enclosed) for the purpose of carrying out work in food and beverage industries. This unit includes entry and exit procedures, assessment of associated risks and how to operate safely in a confined space which is at atmospheric pressure during occupancy.

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

Prerequisites

FDFOHS2001A Participate in OHS processes

Employability Skills

The required outcomes described in this Unit of Competency contain applicable facets of employability skills. The Employability Skills Qualification Summary for the qualification in which this Unit of Competency is packaged will assist in identifying employability skill requirements.



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. Competency in this unit must be achieved in accordance with confined space regulations and any other relevant standards and procedures

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for entering and working in confined spaces

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion for entering and working in confined spaces

working with others to undertake and complete the entering and working in confined spaces that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of entering and working in confined spaces that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

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 as required

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

instructions, information, specifications and schedules as required

equipment, services and corresponding information as required

products and materials as required

cleaning procedures, materials and equipment as required

documentation and recording requirements and procedures

Method of assessment

This unit should be assessed together with other units of competence relevant to the function or work role relating to the confined space working requirement.

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 Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to enter and work in confined spaces:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

apply operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures to ensure safety of self and others

apply operational, maintenance and basic diagnostic procedures to ensure hygiene and integrity of product to be subsequently stored or processed in bins, vessels, tanks, etc

apply materials handling methods

use atmospheric monitoring devices

interpret Job Safety Analysis/Safe work method statements

use oral communication skills / language competence to fulfil the job role as specified by the organisation including questioning, active listening, asking for clarification and seeking advice from supervisor

work cooperatively within a culturally diverse workforce

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to enter and work in confined spaces:

site and equipment safety requirements

confined space entry and exit procedures, risks and regulations

air contaminants and toxic gases

breathing apparatus limitations

equipment types, characteristics, technical capabilities and limitations

site isolation and site control responsibilities and authorities

materials safety data sheets (MSDS)

project quality requirements

industry terminology

state and territory interpretations of a confined space

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.

Relevant compliance documentation

May include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures including any hygiene, food safety or product integrity requirements

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

codes of practice

Work instructions

May include:

plans

specifications

quality requirements

food safety requirements

personal hygiene requirements

product integrity requirements

operational details

Safety requirements

May be included in:

site safety plans

organisational policies and procedures

statutory/regulatory authorities which may include:

Federal, State and local authorities

verbal or written and graphical instructions

signage

work schedules/plans/specifications

work bulletins

charts and hand drawings

memos

maps

materials safety data sheets (MSDS)

diagrams or sketches

safe work procedures or equivalent related to working in confined spaces

regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to working in confined spaces

manufacturers' specifications and instructions

organisation's work specifications and requirements

instructions issued by authorised organisational or external personnel

relevant Australian Standards

Safety requirements

May include

OHS requirements

Personal protective clothing and equipment as prescribed under legislation, regulation and workplace policies and practices

use of tools and equipment

workplace environment and safety

handling of materials

use of fire fighting equipment

use of First Aid equipment

hazard control and hazardous materials and substances

safe operating procedures including recognising and preventing hazards associated with working in confined spaces, working in proximity to others, worksite visitors and the public

hazards and risks may include but not be limited to fires, underground services, excavations, fall risks, traffic, hazardous materials, pathogens, contaminated atmosphere and toxic gases

risks associated with confined spaces may include but not be limited to restricted means of entry and exit, atmosphere which contains potentially harmful levels of contaminants, unsafe oxygen levels or engulfment, hot or extremely cold equipment, surfaces which may be wet, slippery or uneven

respiratory protection devices are to include but not be limited to air purifying respirators and may include self contained compressed air breathing apparatus, supplied airline breathing apparatus and escape breathing apparatus and atmospheric monitoring devices

Confined space entry permit, or work permits

May include:

location of work

duration of work

size of work crew

atmospheric testing requirements

personal protective equipment

hot work

stand-by personnel

rescue arrangements

other precautions (signs, barriers)

authorisation

Confined spaces

May include:

storage tanks and bins, road and rail tankers and wagons, process vessels, stills, boilers, pressure vessels, silos and other tank-like compartments

open-topped spaces such as pits or degreasers

pipes, drains, shafts, ducts and similar structures

Signage

May include:

site safety signage

temporary signage for the benefit of visitors

temporary signage and barricades where confined space work is in close proximity to motorists and pedestrians

Gain access

May include:

removing access cover

venting, cooling, use of PPE, and other pre-entry procedures to protect self and/or product

confirmation of isolation of services e.g. power, steam etc.

installing and securing ladder

Secure access

May include:

replacing or closing off access cover

locking or other securing of area access

Tools and equipment

May include:

harness and lifeline

respirator apparatus

atmospheric testing equipment

signs

barricades

communication devices

portable lighting e.g. torches

tools and equipment relevant to the work to be performed

Environmental protection requirements

May include:

organisational/project environmental management plan

waste management

water quality protection

noise

vibration

dust

clean-up management

Communications

May include:

fault reporting

2-way radio

hand signals

mobile phone

site specific instructions

written and verbal instructions related to job/task

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
Compliance documentation relevant to entering and working in confined spaces is accessed, interpreted and applied 
Work instructions relevant to the allotted task are obtained, confirmed and applied 
Safety requirements relevant to the allotted task are obtained, confirmed and applied 
Authorisation ( entry permit ) is obtained to enter the confined space in accordance with regulatory requirements 
Emergency response procedure is confirmed with the stand-by person 
Signage and barrier requirements are identified, obtained and implemented as required by task and regulations 
Tools and equipment are selected to carry out tasks that are consistent with the requirements of the job, checked for serviceability and faults rectified or reported 
Environmental protection requirements are identified, confirmed and applied as appropriate to task and enterprise environmental management plan 
Rescue equipment is positioned as required by the entry permit close to the point of entry 
Access to the confined space is gained 
The atmosphere is tested and monitored for harmful elements in accordance with procedures 
Tagging and lock-out procedures are applied as required 
Confined space is entered in accordance with required procedure 
Communication is maintained with the stand-by person 
Entry permit requirements are complied with while carrying out designated work in confined space 
Allocated entry time is monitored and adhered to 
Confined space is exited according to agreed procedure 
Tools, equipment and materials are recovered from the confined space 
Inspection of the confined space is conducted to ensure it is left safe and fit for purpose 
Access is secured according to site procedures 
Tagging and lock-out is removed according to site procedures 
Confined space entry log is completed 
Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked, maintained and stored in accordance with recommendations and standard work practices 
Barriers and signs are removed, cleaned and stored 

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