This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to handle grain in a storage area, including taking samples, segregating and moving grain in a manner that minimises dust and exposure to pests.

This unit applies to individuals who work in a grain processing environment for human or stock consumption. It typically targets the production worker responsible for applying basic operating principles to the storage of grain in permanent or temporary storage facilities.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory work health and safety legislation that apply to the workplace.

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to work health and safety and food safety requirements
Take representative samples of grain for testing according to workplace procedures and food safety requirements
Prepare samples for despatch, including labelling and packaging according to food safety and workplace requirements
Identify grain for handling and storage according to food safety and workplace requirements
Select appropriate silo types and handling equipment for various grains in relation to their storage characteristics and flow properties
Conduct pre-start checks on machinery and equipment used for grain storage and transfers
Start, operate, monitor and adjust process equipment
Segregate grain according to type, variety and quality characteristics and keep appropriate records
Take steps to minimise pest infestation according to work health and safety and food safety requirements
Move grain safely into and out of storage according to work health and safety and food safety requirements
Check grain regularly during movement for contamination according to work health and safety and food safety requirements
Clean storage and handling equipment thoroughly after emptying according to food safety requirements
Dismantle temporary storages according to work health and safety and food safety requirements
Implement suitable measures to minimise the effect of desiccant dusts on the flow properties of grain
Identify the appropriate shutdown procedure
Shut down the process safely according to operating procedures
Identify and report maintenance requirements according to workplace procedures

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