FDF30110 - Certificate III in Food Processing

Certificate III in Food Processing

This qualification covers a range of food processing industries, such as:

Grain processing (including stock feed, animal feeds, milling wheat, barley, oats and flour milling)

Beverages (including juices, soft drinks, cordials, aerated and still waters, energy drinks and other modified beverages such as vitamin and antioxidant beverages, coffee, tea and ice)

Confectionery

Dairy processing

Fruit and vegetables

Grocery products and supplies (including honey, jams, spreads, sauces, dressings, condiments, spices, edible oils and fats and pasta)

Poultry.

Job Roles The Certificate III in Food Processing targets those performing production related roles that require an application of industry specific skills and knowledge, including some technical and problem solving ability. This qualification caters for multi-skilled outcomes and roles that include team leader functions within the production environment.

Pathways into the qualification Pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:

FDF20310 Certificate II in Food Processing.

direct entry

relevant vocational training and/or work experience.

Pathways from the qualification After achieving this qualification, candidates may undertake the FDF40110 Certificate IV in Food Processing or FDF41007 Certificate IV in Food Safety Auditing, other food processing related qualifications or any other suitable qualification.

Additional qualification advice

Units selected from other Training Packages must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and the qualification level.

Many units in this qualification assume a basic level of mathematics equivalent to a school sector Year 10 standard. If a student does not possess this level of mathematics then the unit FDFOP2061A Use numerical applications in the workplace should be selected as part of this qualification.

Note: AgriFood Skills Australia expects that the design of any training delivery and assessment program to support the achievement of this qualification is based on:

the context required by the industry and/or enterprise

a holistic and integrated training delivery and assessment plan that identifies learning activities and evidence required

flexible delivery options including on-the-job and work-based training that support the development of competency.

Subjects

Packaging Rules

This qualification requires the achievement of seventeen (17) units of competency in accordance with the following rules.

Total units must include a minimum of ten (10) units coded FDF.

Five (5) Core units

Twelve (12) Elective units

Elective selection must include:

One (1) Group A elective unit

Six (6) Group B Specialist and Cross Sector elective units. The Group B selection may include the unit not previously selected from Group A.

Five (5) remaining elective units may be selected from:

Group A elective units below, not previously selected

Group B elective units below, not previously selected

Group C (maximum of 3 units)

Units packaged at Group A in the Certificate II in Food Processing (maximum of 5)

Units packaged at Certificate IV in Food Processing (maximum of 3)

A maximum of 3 units from any nationally endorsed training package and accredited course that are packaged at Certificate I level (maximum 1 unit), Certificate II level (maximum 2 units) and Certificate III level (maximum 3)

NOTE: Units marked with an asterisk (*) require completion of prerequisite unit/s which is identified under the unit.

CORE UNITS

Complete all five (5) core units

FDFFS2001A	Implement the food safety program and procedures
FDFFS3001A	Monitor the implementation of quality and food safety programs* FDFFS2001A Implement the food safety program and procedures
FDFOHS3001A	Contribute to OHS processes
FDFOP2064A	Provide and apply workplace information
MSAENV272A	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

ELECTIVE UNITS

GROUP A

Select a minimum of one (1) Group A elective units.

FDFOP3003A	Operate inter-related processes in a production system
FDFOP3004A	Operate inter-related processes in a packaging system

GROUP B

Select a minimum of six (6) Specialist and Cross Sector elective units from Group A and B.

Sector Specialist units
FDFFV3001A	Conduct chemical wash for fresh produce
FDFFV3002A	Program fresh produce grading equipment
FDFGR3001A	Work with micronutrients or additions in stockfeed manufacturing processes
FDFGR3002A	Demonstrate knowledge of animal nutrition principles
FDFOP3001A	Control contaminants and allergens in the workplace
FDFOP3005A	Prepare food products using basic cooking methods
FDFOP3006A	Identify cultural, religious and dietary requirements for food products
FDFPO3001A	Operate a chickway system
FDFPO3002A	Debone and fillet product (manually)
MTMR308B	Prepare and produce value-added products
RTE4029A	Assess olive oil for style and quality

Cross Sector units
FDFOP2061A	Use numerical applications in the workplace
FDFOP3002A	Set up a production or packaging line for operation
FDFPPL3001A	Participate in improvement processes
FDFPPL3002A	Report on workplace performance
FDFPPL3003A	Support and mentor individuals and groups
FDFPPL3004A	Lead work teams and groups
FDFPPL3005A	Participate in an audit process* FDFOHS2001A Participate in OHS processes FDFOP2063A Apply quality systems and procedures MSAENV272A Use sustainable environmental practices
FDFPPL3006A	Establish compliance requirements for work area
FDFTEC3001A	Participate in a HACCP team* FDFFS2001A Implement the food safety program and procedures
FDFTEC3002A	Implement the pest prevention program
FDFTEC3003A	Apply raw materials, ingredient and process knowledge to production problems
BSBSMB405A	Monitor and manage small business operations
BSBSMB407A	Manage a small team
LMTGN3007B	Monitor and operate trade waste process
MEM13003B	Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials
MSACMC411A	Lead a competitive manufacturing team
MSACMC413A	Lead team culture improvement
MSAENV472A	Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
MSAPMSUP303A	Identify equipment faults
MSAPMSUP330A	Develop and adjust a production schedule
MSL973001A	Perform basic tests
SIRXINV002A	Maintain and order stock
SIRXRSK002A	Maintain store security
TLIA1507C	Complete receival/despatch documentation
TLIA1607C	Use inventory systems to organise stock control
TLIA1807C	Organise despatch operations
TLIA1907C	Organise receival operations
TLIA2607C	Monitor storage facilities
TLIA3807B	Control and order stock
TLIA3907B	Receive and store stock

GROUP C

Select a maximum of three (3) Group C elective units.

FDFOHS2001A	Participate in OHS processes
FDFOP2063A	Apply quality systems and procedures
BSBCUS301A	Deliver and monitor a service to customers
BSBSMB301A	Investigate micro business opportunities
BSBSMB401A	Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
BSBSMB402A	Plan small business finances
BSBSMB403A	Market the small business
BSBSMB404A	Undertake small business planning
BSBSMB406A	Manage small business finances
BSBWRT301A	Write simple documents
HLTFA301B	Apply first aid
MSACMC210A	Manage the impact of change on own work
MSACMS200A	Apply competitive manufacturing practices
MSACMS201A	Sustain process improvements
MSACMT221A	Apply Just in Time (JIT) procedures
MSACMT230A	Apply cost factors to work practices
MSACMT231A	Interpret product costs in terms of customer requirements
MSACMT240A	Apply 5S procedures in a manufacturing environment
MSACMT250A	Monitor process capability
MSACMT251A	Apply quality standards
MSACMT260A	Use planning software systems in manufacturing
MSACMT261A	Use SCADA systems in manufacturing
MSACMT280A	Undertake root cause analysis
MSACMT281A	Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy
MSAPMPER300A	Issue work permits
MSAPMSUP310A	Contribute to development of plant documentation
MSAPMSUP390A	Use structured problem solving tools
MSACMC410A	Lead change in a manufacturing environment
MSACMS401A	Ensure process improvements are sustained
MSACMT421A	Facilitate a Just in Time (JIT) system
MSACMT423A	Monitor a manufacturing levelled pull system
MSACMT440A	Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment
MSACMT441A	Facilitate continuous improvement in manufacturing
MSACMT450A	Undertake process capability improvements* MSACMT452A Apply statistics to processes in manufacturing
MSACMT451A	Mistake proof a production process
MSACMT452A	Apply statistics to processes in manufacturing
MSACMT460A	Use planning software systems in manufacturing
MSACMT482A	Assist in implementing a proactive maintenance strategy
MSACMT483A	Support proactive maintenance
MSAPMOPS405A	Identify problems in fluid power system
MSAPMOPS406A	Identify problems in electronic control systems
MSL922001A	Record and present data
TAEDEL301A	Provide work skill instruction
TAEASS401A	Plan assessment activities and processes
TAEASS402A	Assess competence
TAEASS403A	Participate in assessment validation

Pathways...

Not applicable.

Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Licensing Information

Licensing, Legislative, Regulatory or Certification Considerations There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, all work must comply with food safety, occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.

Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Certificate III in Food Processing The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the Food Processing industries for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that reflect skill requirements for this level.
Employability Skill	Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication	Confirm relevant industry and workplace requirements Understand personal and team requirements of relevant industry and workplace standards, regulations and policies Complete standard documentation Use communication technologies efficiently Provide relevant work-related information to others Ensure records are accurate and legible Establish effective working relationships with colleagues Undertake interactive workplace communication Support team communication practices
Teamwork	Explain and implement work team reporting requirements Provide support to team members Monitor work team tasks in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements Demonstrate and encourage others in working cooperatively with people of different ages, gender, race or religion Undertake appropriate and effective communication with team members
Problem-solving	Identify risks and implement risk control measures for machinery and equipment Identify and address problems and faults Provide problem solving support to team members Evaluate skill requirements of work tasks Use problem solving techniques to determine work requirements Assess processes and outcomes against quality criteria Implement food safety procedures
Initiative and enterprise	Contribute to and promote continuous improvement processes Seek and provide feedback on procedures and processes Collect and assess data and information on work processes Identify non-conformances to standards and take appropriate action Rectify problems promptly and appropriately Monitor and adjust activity in response to operational variations Identify, assess and act on existing and potential risks
Planning and organising	Determine work requirements in order to meet output targets Identify priorities and variables that impact on work planning Plan work tasks for self and others as required Allocate tasks to operators and monitor outcomes Implement contingency plan promptly when incidents occur Ensure work tools are ready and available for operations
Self-management	Manage own work to meet performance criteria Monitor information in work area Conduct regular housekeeping activities during shift to keep work area clean and tidy at all times Maintain currency of relevant, work-related information Monitor own work against quality standards and identify areas for improvement Understand own work activities and responsibilities Identify and apply safety procedures, including the use of protective equipment Manage work load priorities and timelines
Learning	Recognise limits of own expertise and seek skill development if required Assess competencies in meeting job requirements Ask questions to expand own knowledge Maintain skill and knowledge currency Participate in meetings to inform work practices
Technology	Use work machines or equipment in correct operational mode Monitor machine operation Perform minor maintenance on machinery Work with technology safely and according to workplace standards