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.
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Organise for bagging operations | 1.1 Identify product bagging requirements from job sheet 1.2 Confirm product is available to meet job requirements 1.3 Identify and organise equipment, materials and personnel requirements for bagging operations 1.4 Select, use, maintain and store personal protective clothing (PPE) and equipment |
2. Prepare bagging plant for use | 2.1 Fit and adjust machine components and related attachments 2.2 Fit and adjust materials for bag 2.3 Check safety devices and alarm systems for correct operation 2.4 Carry out routine pre-operational checks 2.5 Check, clean and calibrate operational systems and enter batch number and operating parameters 2.6 Identify, report and safety tag faulty plant or machinery 2.7 Obtain and position product to be bagged |
3. Start and operate bagging plant | 3.1 Load product into the bagging plant hopper in required quantities 3.2 Start bagging plant using correct sequence 3.3 Operate bagging plant and monitor for performance and efficiency 3.4 Monitor materials and identify and handle non-conformances 3.5 Monitor outputs and adjust plant to meet job specifications 3.6 Report out-of-specification product or process outcomes and take action as directed 3.7 Label, palletise or stack and wrap product |
4. Shut down bagging plant | 4.1 Undertake bagging plant and machinery shut-down procedures 4.2 Carry out routine maintenance of bagging plant and machinery 4.3 Clean bagging plant and equipment 4.4 Report and tag or lock out unsafe plant or equipment 4.5 Maintain bagging plant operational records |
5. Check product to confirm readiness for distribution | 5.1 Transport product to holding area with labels and bar codes clearly visible 5.2 Inform supervisor of product readiness for dispatch 5.3 Check product temperature during storage and report out-of-range readings |
The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
carry out routine maintenance on plant and equipment
organise bagging operations
prepare, start, operate and shut down a bagging plant
monitor compost inputs
monitor compost production against compost specifications
monitor the temperature of bagged compost
select and use various features and controls of a range of bagging plant
ensure product readiness for distribution
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
principles and practices for operating a bagging process
characteristics of product that is fit for bagging
effect of variation in inputs which may include ingredient quality and condition, packaging components and consumables, and/or services on process performance
emergency and routine shutdowns and procedures to follow in the event of a power outage
environmental legislative and enterprise requirements
equipment cleaning requirements
flow of this process and effect on downstream processes
hazards and controls
inspection or test points in the process and related procedures and recording requirements
lock-out and tag-out procedures and responsibilities
methods used to monitor the process
operating principles of the equipment which may include:
operational understanding of main equipment components, status and purpose of guards, equipment operating capacities and applications
packaging quality and seal integrity
principles of the bagging process
product and batch changeover procedures
product quality and hygiene
purpose and location of sensors and related feedback instrumentation
purpose of packaging, coding requirements and related legal requirements, including product weight