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Milk Tanker Operator

Develop the core knowledge and practical skills required to collect, sample, load, transport and unload milk safely while following workplace food safety, quality and recording procedures.
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Course Description

The Milk Tanker Operator Course is designed for people working, or preparing to work, in milk collection and tanker operations.
The course covers the procedures used to prepare for milk collection, assess and sample milk, load and unload tankers, monitor transfers, maintain product integrity and complete workplace records.
Training is completed online. Practical skills must be demonstrated in an appropriate workplace under normal operating conditions. Site procedures, tanker configurations, equipment and milk-acceptance requirements differ between organisations. Learners must always follow the procedures and limits applying at their workplace.


Topic Included:

This Course includes the following topics
  • Load and unload tankers
  • Apply sampling procedures
  • Apply quality systems and procedures
  • Participate in sensory analyses


Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for:
  • New milk tanker operators
  • Existing operators requiring formal recognition of their skills
  • Employees involved in farm milk collection
  • Employees involved in milk tanker loading or unloading
  • Workers who collect, handle or transfer milk samples.


Course Delivery:

This course uses a combination of:
  • Self-paced online learning
  • Online knowledge activities
The online course can be completed at the learner’s own pace. 


Entry Requirements:
N/A


Duration

The expected course duration is approximately 18-20 hours.

Learners are expected to complete the course within three months of enrolment. Contact National Food Institute as early as possible if additional time is required.

If you have any questions before enrolling or at any time throughout your course, visit our FAQs or Contact Us.