Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare to dispense raw materials
- Materials are inspected to confirm type, quality clearance, quantities and identify any obvious contamination or non-compliance
- Measuring and weighing equipment is selected appropriate to dispensing requirements and checked to confirm readiness for use
- Containers/bags and labels are available as required
- Pre-start checks are carried out as required by workplace requirements
- Measure and/or weigh raw materials
- Non-bulk ingredients and additives are weighed/measured to meet production requirements
- Dispensed ingredients are labelled according to workplace procedure
- Accuracy of measuring/dispensing 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 work area is maintained according to housekeeping standards
- Work is conducted in accordance with workplace environmental guidelines
- Shut down the dispensing process