Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

FDFTEC4002A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage controlled atmosphere storage

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FDFTEC4002A - Manage controlled atmosphere storage
Description This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge to determine and maintain conditions required for controlled atmosphere storage of perishable produce.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit has application in fresh produce storage or processing environments. It would typically be performed by supervisors and senior operators or technicians responsible for ensuring that conditions in controlled atmosphere storage are set and maintained at the correct levels for the required produce.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Analyse features and parameters of controlled atmosphere storage
  • Type of storage facility, components and construction are identified
  • All features of the facility are examined and operational processes identified
  • Cooling mechanisms and processes are examined
  • Implications and parameters of controls are examined and range determined for fresh fruit product
  • Consequences of inaccurate controls are identified
  • Procedures for opening and closing doors and risks associated with air tight chambers are identified
  • Chemicals associated with the storage process are identified
  • Occupational health and safety (OHS) risks and control measures relating to safe operation of controlled atmosphere storage are identified
  • Storage documentation is confirmed according to workplace requirements
       
Element: Determine operational requirements for storage
  • Storage requirements for fresh produce product are identified
  • Storage settings and monitoring schedule are established
  • Specifications are documented according to workplace practice
       
Element: Set and monitor controlled atmosphere storage
  • Operational equipment is checked to ensure readiness
  • Settings for controlled atmosphere storage facility are entered according to specifications
  • Cooling is conducted at a rate and temperature suitable to produce requirements
  • Test equipment is calibrated
  • Temperature, air tightness and atmosphere levels are tested daily to ensure accurate levels and details recorded
  • Chemicals used in the storage process and associated risks and handling requirements are identified
  • Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines
  • Non-compliances and variances in temperature and atmosphere are recorded
  • Equipment maintenance requirements are identified and documented
       
Element: Complete documentation
  • All workplace documentation is completed and files maintained as required
  • Quality control documentation is completed
       


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:

identify features and control processes for controlled atmosphere storage

determine and enter settings for controlled atmosphere storage according to requirements for fresh produce

conduct tests to monitor temperature, air tightness and atmosphere of storage facility to ensure standards are maintained and act on any inconsistencies

apply OHS control measures

identify and act on non-conformances

complete workplace documentation

apply food safety procedures.

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

storage specifications

stock handling and rotation systems

controlled atmosphere storage facilities

stock information recording system and procedures.

Method of assessment

This unit should be assessed together with core units and other units of competency relevant to the function or work role. An example could be:

MEM13003B Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials.

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

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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

Ability to:

access workplace information to determine storage requirements

identify storage requirements including temperature limits, atmosphere, minimum duration at given temperatures, segregation and co-storage requirements

select, fit and use personal protective clothing and/or equipment

conduct testing of atmosphere and temperature

read instrumentation, such as temperature gauges, digital and non-digital, O2 and CO2 test equipment, to monitor stores and zone temperatures

identify and report out-of-specification temperatures in storage facilities

take corrective action in response to out-of-specification temperatures, including implementation of procedures to segregate damaged or potentially unsafe product

complete records of stock receival and transfer as required

maintain work area to meet housekeeping standards

use communication skills to interpret and complete work information to support operations of work team or area

demonstrate and support cooperative work practices within a culturally diverse workforce

Required knowledge

Knowledge of:

OHS hazards and controls, including the purpose and limitations of protective clothing and equipment, conditions for working in confined spaces and modified atmospheres, safe use of handling equipment, use of hazardous chemicals and air tightness

implications of expansion and contraction of rooms

temperature controlled storage facilities and features in the work area, including temperaturesrequired for a variety of produce

acceptable temperature and atmosphere ranges and consequences of failing to meet these ranges, such as requirements for gradual temperature change

food safety and quality consequences of stock temperature control requirements not being met

monitoring procedures and instrumentation, including use of thermometers or other measuring and testing instrumentation

notification, recording and reporting requirements

operating procedures for goods handling equipment as required

housekeeping requirements for work area

recording requirements and procedures

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:

relevant commonwealth, state and territory plant health and plant products legislation

legislation associated with the licensing and operation of load shifting equipment

refrigeration regulation

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

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

work in confined spaces regulations

Workplace information

Workplace information may include:

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

specifications

production schedules and instructions

manufacturers' advice

standard forms and reports

OHS risks

OHS risks include:

temperature

O2 and CO2 levels

chemicals

refrigerant

gases

nitrogen

spillages

Equipment

Equipment may include:

condensers

evaporative and air coolers

electronic and manual testing equipment

generator

scrubber

nitrogen flushing equipment

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
Type of storage facility, components and construction are identified 
All features of the facility are examined and operational processes identified 
Cooling mechanisms and processes are examined 
Implications and parameters of controls are examined and range determined for fresh fruit product 
Consequences of inaccurate controls are identified 
Procedures for opening and closing doors and risks associated with air tight chambers are identified 
Chemicals associated with the storage process are identified 
Occupational health and safety (OHS) risks and control measures relating to safe operation of controlled atmosphere storage are identified 
Storage documentation is confirmed according to workplace requirements 
Storage requirements for fresh produce product are identified 
Storage settings and monitoring schedule are established 
Specifications are documented according to workplace practice 
Operational equipment is checked to ensure readiness 
Settings for controlled atmosphere storage facility are entered according to specifications 
Cooling is conducted at a rate and temperature suitable to produce requirements 
Test equipment is calibrated 
Temperature, air tightness and atmosphere levels are tested daily to ensure accurate levels and details recorded 
Chemicals used in the storage process and associated risks and handling requirements are identified 
Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines 
Non-compliances and variances in temperature and atmosphere are recorded 
Equipment maintenance requirements are identified and documented 
All workplace documentation is completed and files maintained as required 
Quality control documentation is completed 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

FDFTEC4002A - Manage controlled atmosphere storage
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