Unit of competency Outline

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Receive, store and track evidence

Receive, store and track evidence

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTMT412B
State Code
D8344
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/08/2014
Field of Education
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
06/08/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Collect evidence
  • 1.1 Collect physical evidence using appropriate methods
  • 1.2 Use appropriate mechanisms to prevent contamination or loss of evidence
  • 1.3 Ensure sufficient samples are collected where available and appropriate
2. Record evidence
  • 2.1 Document evidence prior to examination
  • 2.2 Record collection of evidence in line with organisation policies and procedures
3. Store evidence
  • 3.1 Evidence is packaged and stored to prevent degradation and/or contamination in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
  • 3.2 Document details in relation to storage
  • 3.3 Refer evidence to relevant authority
4. Retrieve/track evidence
  • 4.1 Locate stored evidence
  • 4.2 Track and record when evidence is used, stored or transported
  • 4.3 Establish and maintain documentation in line with organisation policies and procedures
RANGE STATEMENT

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.


Physical evidence may include:
Clothing
Tissues samples including
blood
small pieces of tissue
whole organs
Photographs
X rays


Appropriate methods may include:
Collection and storage as directed by the pathologist


Storage of evidence may include:
Blood and tissue samples
Documentary evidence including
deceased medical records
photographs
X rays


Evidence may include:
Whole organs
Clothing, including:
personal items
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
Observation of workplace performance is essential for assessment of this unit
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 in the work place (if possible)
Written assignments/projects or questioning should be used to assess knowledge
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice


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
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9349 HLTMT412A Receive, store and track evidence Unit of competency