Skill set Outline
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14/09/2026 2:10 AM AWST
14/09/2026 2:10 AM AWST
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Artisan Distiller Skill Set
Artisan Distiller Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
FBPSS00045
FBPSS00045
State Code
AE085
AE085
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
03/02/2020
Current Release Date
03/02/2020
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
14/05/2020
Nominal Hours
565
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 03/02/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set is designed to cover the knowledge and skills required to work as an artisan distiller, producing fermented and distilled beverages using a still, for a retail market. It applies to individuals who have demonstrated experience of managing the health, safety and environmental risks and hazards that exist in a distillery.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit towards a number of qualifications in the FBP Food, Beverage and Pharmaceutical Training Package, including:
FBP40619 Certificate IV in Artisan Fermented Products
FBP40619 Certificate IV in Artisan Fermented Products
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Legislative and regulatory requirements apply to food safety and are enforced through state/territory jurisdictions. Users must check with the relevant regulatory authority before delivery
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals working in a small distillery who oversee the production of artisan distilled spirits.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the FBP Food, Beverage and Pharmaceutical Training Package meet the requirements for an artisan distiller.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBN43 | FBPFST4014 | Apply sensory analysis in food and/or beverage production | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBN41 | FBPTEC4020 | Blend spirits | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OAN41 | FBPTEC4003 | Control food contamination and spoilage | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBN28 | FBPFST4013 | Interpret and respond to food and/or beverage test results | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBN40 | FBPTEC4012 | Manage raw materials | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OBN35 | FBPTEC4019 | Manage still operations to produce brown spirits | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBN44 | FBPTEC4018 | Manage still operations to produce white spirits | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBN39 | FBPTEC4016 | Produce fruit-based wash for distillation | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OBN24 | FBPTEC4017 | Produce grain-based wash for distillation | 80 | Unit of competency |
