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

MTMS309B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate product forming machinery

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MTMS309B - Operate product forming machinery
Description This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to operate and control a production line using product-forming machinery.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit is applicable to smallgoods manufacturing operations.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Nil
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: Set up product forming equipment
  • All processing equipment is set up according to production requirements.
  • Appropriate Personal and Protective Equipment (PPE) is used as provided.
  • Routine pre-start checks are conducted prior to commencement of operation.
  • Required product materials are in place.
       
Element: Operate product forming machinery
  • Product forming machinery is used according to workplace requirements.
  • Appropriate remedial action is taken to correct any faults in process or product.
  • Process is monitored to confirm that specifications are met, and variations in operating conditions are addressed.
  • Daily production schedule is met.
  • Workplace records are maintained according to workplace recording requirements.
       
Element: Ensure smooth operation of process
  • Potential dangers from hazards are identified and actions reflect the required precautions.
  • Oral communication with team members is clear and accurate.
  • Faults and variances outside the job holder's area of responsibility are reported promptly, clearly and accurately to an appropriate authority.
  • Team members are encouraged and supported to work as an effective team.
  • Safe working procedures are followed at all times.
       
Element: Shut-down the process
  • Appropriate shut-down procedure is identified.
  • Process is shut-down according to workplace procedures.
  • Faults and variances outside area of responsibility are reported promptly, clearly and accurately to an appropriate authority.
       


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

The meat industry has specific and clear requirements for evidence. A minimum of three forms of evidence is required to demonstrate competency in the meat industry. This is specifically designed to provide evidence that covers the demonstration in the workplace of all aspects of competency over time.

These requirements are in addition to the requirements for valid, current, authentic and sufficient evidence.

Three forms of evidence means three different kinds of evidence - not three pieces of the same kind. In practice it will mean that most of the unit is covered twice. This increases the legitimacy of the evidence.

All assessment must be conducted against Australian meat industry standards and regulations.

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

Competency must be demonstrated over time and under typical operating and production conditions for the enterprise.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must occur in the workplace under normal enterprise or production conditions.

Method of assessment

Recommended methods of assessment include:

workplace demonstration

quiz of underpinning knowledge

workplace project

workplace referee report of performance over time.

Assessment practices should take into account any relevant language or cultural issues related to Aboriginality or Torres Strait Islander, gender, or language backgrounds other than English. Language and literacy demands of the assessment task should not be higher than those of the work role.

Guidance information for assessment

A current list of resources for this Unit of Competency is available from MINTRAC www.mintrac.com.au or telephone 1800 817 462.

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:

apply production documentation requirements and procedures

apply relevant communication and mathematicalskills

work effectively as an individual or as a member of a team

demonstrate teamwork practices and team-building techniques

observe relevant Quality Assurance (QA) and inspection procedures and systems

apply relevant Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), regulatory and workplace requirements

take action to improve own work performance as a result of self-evaluation, feedback from others, or in response to changed work practices or technology

Required knowledge

Knowledge of:

relevant QA and inspection procedures and systems

materials and equipment specifications

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

food safety and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points HAACP requirements

precautions necessary to ensure safety

how output is maximised while still meeting quality and safety requirements

limits of authority

tolerance allowable in the quality system and when action should be taken

production documentation requirements and procedure

relevant OH&S, regulatory and workplace requirements

potential dangers in specific plant and equipment

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.

Product may include:

devon, polony, fritz

frankfurts

salami

sausages.

Machine set up may include:

selecting or entering programs on to automatic machines to specifications.

Workplace requirements may include:

enterprise-specific requirements

OH&S requirements

QA requirements

SOPs

the ability to perform the task to production requirements

work instructions.

Communication may:

be with people from a range of cultural, social and ethnic backgrounds

involve listening and understanding, speaking clearly and directly

involve reading and interpreting workplace-related communication.

Mathematical skills may include:

collection, estimation, calculation and interpretation of deviations within cycle, internal temperature, humidity, ambient temperature, weights.

OH&S requirements may include:

enterprise OH&S policies, procedures and programs

OH&S legal requirements

PPE which may include:

coats and aprons

ear plugs or muffs

eye and facial protection

head-wear

lifting assistance

mesh aprons

protective boot covers

protective hand and arm covering

protective head and hair covering

uniforms

waterproof clothing

work, safety or waterproof footwear

requirements set out in standards and codes of practice.

Regulatory requirements may include:

Export Control Act

federal, state and territory regulations regarding meat processing

hygiene and sanitation requirements

relevant Australian Standards

relevant regulations.

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
All processing equipment is set up according to production requirements. 
Appropriate Personal and Protective Equipment (PPE) is used as provided. 
Routine pre-start checks are conducted prior to commencement of operation. 
Required product materials are in place. 
Product forming machinery is used according to workplace requirements. 
Appropriate remedial action is taken to correct any faults in process or product. 
Process is monitored to confirm that specifications are met, and variations in operating conditions are addressed. 
Daily production schedule is met. 
Workplace records are maintained according to workplace recording requirements. 
Potential dangers from hazards are identified and actions reflect the required precautions. 
Oral communication with team members is clear and accurate. 
Faults and variances outside the job holder's area of responsibility are reported promptly, clearly and accurately to an appropriate authority. 
Team members are encouraged and supported to work as an effective team. 
Safe working procedures are followed at all times. 
Appropriate shut-down procedure is identified. 
Process is shut-down according to workplace procedures. 
Faults and variances outside area of responsibility are reported promptly, clearly and accurately to an appropriate authority. 

Forms

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