Unit of competency Outline
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Maintain and record tissue sample collection
Maintain and record tissue sample collection
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTMT305D
HLTMT305D
State Code
WD196
WD196
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/07/2012
Field of Education
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
30/07/2012
Nominal Hours
20
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required to select, categorise, prepare, mount and display pathological specimens for a pathology museum
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Select suitable specimen
- 1.1 Gather information from medical personnel about suitable specimens
- 1.2 Complete documentation prior to retaining specimens for display in accordance with organisation policy and procedures
- 1.3 Store specimen in appropriate solutions
- 1.4 Clearly label specimens in accordance with organisation policy and procedures
2. Categorise specimen/s
- 2.1 Allocate a unique code to each specimen
- 2.2 Categorise specimens into appropriate groups
- 2.3 Ensure specimen can be tracked to the deceased person
- 2.4 Maintain inventory of all specimens
3. Prepare specimens for mounting
- 3.1 Select and prepare equipment and materials
- 3.2 Correctly use personal protective equipment
- 3.3 Fix specimen in appropriate solutions for the appropriate time
- 3.4 Disposed of waste in accordance with organisation policy and procedures
4. Mount specimen/s
- 4.1 Select and prepare equipment and materials
- 4.2 Correctly use personal protective equipment
- 4.3 Mount specimen to best display the object of interest and in the best anatomical position
5. Display specimen in museum
- 5.1 Select and prepare equipment and materials
- 5.2 Display specimen in a secure location
- 5.3 Place accurate labels and descriptions so they are clearly associated with the specimen
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Specimen may include:
Gross human tissue and organs
Microscopic slides of tissue
Exhibits eg. Ligatures, motorcycle helmets
Photographs
Personal and non-personal items
Information may relate to:
Medical history of the deceased
Pathology of specimen
Anatomy of specimen
Documentation may relate to:
Legal documents (eg. Permission to retain tissue)
Organisation documents (eg. Authorisation from next of Kin/ Coroner/ Pathologists)
Medical personnel may relate to:
Pathologist
Authorised medical practitioner performing autopsy examination
Organisation policy and procedures may relate to:
Work health and safety
Waste handling and disposal
Documentation
Equipment and materials may include
Cutting, sawing, hand and electrical tools
Perspex
Saw bench
Adhesives
Presses
Labelling materials
String
Fixing solutions
Storage solutions
Hazardous and other chemicals
Personal protective equipment may include
Gloves
Gown
Protective eye wear
Face masks
Respirators
Aprons
Gumboots
Mountings may include:
Dry (i.e. on paper)
Wet (i.e. in perspex container)
Solid (i.e in solid block of methacrylate)
Waste may relate to:
Biological waste
Chemical waste
Specimen may include:
Gross human tissue and organs
Microscopic slides of tissue
Exhibits eg. Ligatures, motorcycle helmets
Photographs
Personal and non-personal items
Information may relate to:
Medical history of the deceased
Pathology of specimen
Anatomy of specimen
Documentation may relate to:
Legal documents (eg. Permission to retain tissue)
Organisation documents (eg. Authorisation from next of Kin/ Coroner/ Pathologists)
Medical personnel may relate to:
Pathologist
Authorised medical practitioner performing autopsy examination
Organisation policy and procedures may relate to:
Work health and safety
Waste handling and disposal
Documentation
Equipment and materials may include
Cutting, sawing, hand and electrical tools
Perspex
Saw bench
Adhesives
Presses
Labelling materials
String
Fixing solutions
Storage solutions
Hazardous and other chemicals
Personal protective equipment may include
Gloves
Gown
Protective eye wear
Face masks
Respirators
Aprons
Gumboots
Mountings may include:
Dry (i.e. on paper)
Wet (i.e. in perspex container)
Solid (i.e in solid block of methacrylate)
Waste may relate to:
Biological waste
Chemical waste
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
This unit will be most appropriately assessed in the workplace under the normal range of workplace conditions
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace
Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Method of assessment
Observation of work activities
Observation of simulation and/or role play
Written tasks
Relevant formal and informal education/training courses
Case studies and scenarios
Interviews/questioning
Role plays
Resource implications:
Access to a specimen preparation room where assessment can take place
Museum preparation equipment
Relevant organisation policy, guidelines, procedures and protocols
Relevant legislative requirements
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Related units:
This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other mortuary units of competency is encouraged
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
This unit will be most appropriately assessed in the workplace under the normal range of workplace conditions
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace
Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Method of assessment
Observation of work activities
Observation of simulation and/or role play
Written tasks
Relevant formal and informal education/training courses
Case studies and scenarios
Interviews/questioning
Role plays
Resource implications:
Access to a specimen preparation room where assessment can take place
Museum preparation equipment
Relevant organisation policy, guidelines, procedures and protocols
Relevant legislative requirements
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Related units:
This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other mortuary units of competency is encouraged
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8336 | HLTMT305C | Maintain and record tissue sample collection | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J065 | HLT32512 | Certificate III in Health Services Assistance | Qualification |
| J060 | HLT32012 | Certificate III in Mortuary Theatre Practice | Qualification |