MSL975038 — Conduct sensory analysis
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What an assessment for MSL975038 must cover
40 assessable components: 6 elements (21 performance criteria), 1 performance evidence and 16 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 2 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Select panellists/individuals for sensory analysis
- 1.1Perform initial screening of potential panellists/individuals based on the testing brief
- 1.2Use information to select suitable people
- 1.3Analyse and report the results used to establish a panel
2 Prepare panellists for sensory analysis
- 2.1Prepare panellists for sensory analysis
- 2.2Conduct any training required to detect test characteristics
- 2.3Instruct panellists on recording and reporting requirements of test data
3 Prepare samples for sensory analysis
- 3.1Prepare reference samples to be used for the sensory analysis specification
- 3.2Prepare evaluation samples to sensory analysis specification
- 3.3Apply food safety procedures in the preparation and presentation of samples
- 3.4Identify and report on any defects or abnormalities in samples
4 Conduct routine sensory analysis
- 4.1Select appropriate test materials for the information required
- 4.2Ensure tests are conducted according to workplace procedures
- 4.3Analyse data
- 4.4Report on process and results in accordance with workplace procedures
5 Evaluate and report findings
- 5.1Assess the possible effects of group attributes
- 5.2Review reliability of results for group bias
- 5.3Complete all relevant documentation and present findings
6 Maintain a safe work environment
- 6.1Use established work practices to ensure personal safety and that of other personnel
- 6.2Minimise the generation of waste and environmental impacts
- 6.3Safely collect laboratory waste for subsequent disposal
- 6.4Care for and store equipment and reagents as required
Performance evidence
- established and coordinated at least 1 sensory analysis test that includes a minimum of 5 panellists.
Knowledge evidence
- anatomy, physiology and functions of taste and smell to determine sample appearance, texture, aroma and flavour
- the primary flavour characteristics of sweet/sour, umamic and bitter/salty
- interaction of sensory activity, such as the interaction between taste and smell, and effect of temperature on samples
- associated characteristics of mouth feel and appearance
- consumer research methods
- information used to select suitable panellists
- principles of descriptive, discriminative and affective sensory analysis methods
- principles of effective control of the sensory testing environment, such as conditions that can dull sensitivity
- principles and purpose of test methods implemented (why they are used and what they demonstrate)
- attributes of panellists which could affect the results, such as: age, gender and ethnicity, smoking, medications, qualifications and trained/untrained, random panel, cultural food preferences/food styles
- likely causes of variation in results and their control
- typical samples include: raw materials, ingredients, final products, packaging materials, and materials which come in contact with the product, materials at stages of production, process aids and adjuncts
- common testing methods: triangular test, duo-trio test, ranking test, paired comparison test and blending test, flavour profile, threshold analysis, discriminative testing, descriptive testing and affective testing
- typical uses of the results obtained from the sensory analysis: marketing studies, purchasing requirements, quality assurance at various stages of production, quality control and troubleshooting, research and development of new products, customer returns, product recalls
- awareness of environmental sustainability issues as they relate to the work task
- legal, ethical and work health and safety (WHS) requirements specific to the work task including traceability, confidentiality and security requirements of all client information, and laboratory data and records.
Foundation skills
- Writing skills: to develop questionnaires
- Oral communication skills: to interact effectively with panellists including those who have diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
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What does an assessment tool for MSL975038 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSL975038 needs to address all 40 unit components: 6 elements with 21 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 16 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.
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