Unit of competency Outline

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Conduct non-surgical procedures on animals

Conduct non-surgical procedures on animals

Unit of competency
National Code
ACMATE304
State Code
BBF16
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/11/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2018
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
20/06/2018
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to administer substances and take tissue and fluid samples for clinical trial project research purposes.The unit applies to individuals who work as junior or assistant level animal technicians working under supervision of a senior or more experienced staff member.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for non-surgical procedures
  • 1.1 Verify procedures and sample requirements according to legislative and ethical requirements
  • 1.2 Confirm sample methods
  • 1.3 Calculate dose rates
  • 1.4 Prepare and position required equipment
2. Prepare animals for procedure
  • 2.1 Select animals to meet project requirements
  • 2.2 Move animals to testing area and prepare for procedure using techniques to minimise stress and discomfort
  • 2.3 Manage work practices to ensure animals are kept in preparation and procedure areas for minimal time
3. Administer substances to animals
  • 3.1 Confirm approved substances and dose rates
  • 3.2 Confirm method of administration of substances
  • 3.3 Evaluate risks associated with preparation and administration of substances, practise emergency procedures and implement as required
  • 3.4 Administer substances to animals
  • 3.5 Monitor animals for adverse reactions
4. Collect samples from animals
  • 4.1 Confirm sampling techniques
  • 4.2 Identify hazards in collection process and practise and implement emergency response requirements
  • 4.3 Collect, process, package and store body fluid samples
  • 4.4 Collect tissue samples
  • 4.5 Check samples for suitability and prepare according to laboratory and project protocols
5. Complete post-procedure duties
  • 5.1 Return animals to housing, and monitor and respond according to workplace procedures / laboratory schedule
  • 5.2 Update and store animal and project records in the organisational management system
  • 5.3 Clean procedures area and equipment and dispose of waste according to laboratory protocols and industry standards
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3840 ACMATE304A Conduct non-surgical procedures on animals Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBD72 ACMATE403 Conduct non-surgical procedures on animals Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDM8 ACM50117 Diploma of Animal Technology Qualification
BDM5 ACM30217 Certificate III in Animal Technology Qualification