Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate ion exchange equipment used in winemaking operations.
The unit applies to individuals who work in winemaking operations and take responsibility for their own work. Individuals generally work under supervision but have some autonomy and accountability for their own work.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and 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
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare the ion exchange process for operation | 1.1 Confirm work instructions and identify potential health and safety hazards and controls according to workplace procedures 1.2 Select and fit personal protective equipment according to job requirements 1.3 Confirm environmental guidelines and identify potential health and safety hazards and controls according to workplace procedures 1.4 Confirm availability and prepare product and materials to meet ion exchange operation requirements 1.5 Check equipment to confirm readiness for use according to workplace procedures 1.6 Set the process to meet ion exchange requirements and job requirements |
2. Operate and monitor the ion exchange process | 2.1 Start up the ion exchange process according to workplace procedures 2.2 Monitor ion exchange process to confirm that ion exchanged product meets specification 2.3 Identify and address non-conformance of product, process and equipment according to workplace procedures |
3. Shut down the ion exchange process | 3.1 Identify and implement appropriate shutdown procedures 3.2 Dismantle equipment safely and prepare for cleaning 3.3 Collect, treat and dispose of or recycle waste generated by the ion exchange process 3.4 Record workplace information according to workplace procedures |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Reading | Comprehend instructions in workplace documents |
Writing | Complete workplace documents in required format |
Numeracy | Perform calculations required to prepare production materials for the process Monitor supply and flow of materials to and from the process |
Navigate the world of work | Apply workplace procedures and legislative responsibilities to own role |
Interact with others | Use required communication mode to report operational information to relevant personnel |
Get the work done | Plan, sequence and implement tasks according to set routines and procedures Respond to routine problems using workplace instructions and procedures |
Sectors
Cellar Operations (CEL)