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

FBPOPR2047 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate a portion saw

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency FBPOPR2047 - Operate a portion saw
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to set up, operate and monitor a portion saw.This unit applies to individuals who work under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy in a food processing environment. It typically applies to the production worker responsible for applying basic operating principles to the operation and monitoring of a portion saw.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory work health and safety, and food safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
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: Prepare for work in processing area
  • Confirm materials are available to meet operating requirements
  • Identify and confirm cleaning and maintenance requirements and status according to work health and safety and food safety requirements
  • Wear appropriate personal protective clothing and ensure correct fit
       
Element: Prepare portion saw for operation
  • Fit machine components and related attachments and adjust to meet operating requirements
  • Ensure safety guards and covers are in place
  • Carry out pre-start checks according to work health and safety and operating procedures
       
Element: Operate the portion saw to achieve required outcome
  • Position portions to be cut according to operational requirements
  • Pass portion over the blade and cut to meet specifications
  • Monitor equipment to identify variation in operating conditions and report maintenance requirements
  • Monitor quality and accuracy of cuts to confirm that specifications are met
  • Inspect and clean equipment according to workplace procedures and food safety requirements
  • Follow and apply workplace housekeeping and environmental procedures
  • Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures
       

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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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.
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
Confirm materials are available to meet operating requirements 
Identify and confirm cleaning and maintenance requirements and status according to work health and safety and food safety requirements 
Wear appropriate personal protective clothing and ensure correct fit 
Fit machine components and related attachments and adjust to meet operating requirements 
Ensure safety guards and covers are in place 
Carry out pre-start checks according to work health and safety and operating procedures 
Position portions to be cut according to operational requirements 
Pass portion over the blade and cut to meet specifications 
Monitor equipment to identify variation in operating conditions and report maintenance requirements 
Monitor quality and accuracy of cuts to confirm that specifications are met 
Inspect and clean equipment according to workplace procedures and food safety requirements 
Follow and apply workplace housekeeping and environmental procedures 
Maintain workplace records according to workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

FBPOPR2047 - Operate a portion saw
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Assessment Record Sheet

FBPOPR2047 - Operate a portion saw

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