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Procure and store tissues

Procure and store tissues

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTMT514B
State Code
D8346
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/08/2011
Field of Education
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
01/08/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required for a mortuary theatre technician to prepare for and assist with the procurement and storage of tissuesIt includes the removal, handling and storage of tissues for diagnostic and tissue bank purposes
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Ensure suitability of donor
  • 1.1 Check consent for tissue removal
  • 1.2 Confirm details of tissue removal
  • 1.3 Use personal protective equipment correctly
  • 1.4 Ensure aseptic techniques are followed
  • 1.5 Undertake external examination of body in order to confirm identify and suitability of donor
  • 1.6 Undertake tests to ensure suitability of donor
  • 1.7 Assess medical and social history to ensure suitability of donor
2. Prepare for retrieval
  • 2.1 Notify retrieval team
  • 2.2 Liaise with medical officer as appropriate
  • 2.3 Obtain and prepare relevant equipment and consumable items
3 Retrieve tissue
  • 3.1 Eviscerate body following medical officer's instructions and in line with consent and legislative requirements
  • 3.2 Follow aseptic techniques
  • 3.3 Obtain specialist tissues for testing eg brain for CJD
  • 3.4 Reconstruct, clean and restore body to acceptable condition for viewing
  • 3.5 Prepare body for storage and return for refrigeration storage
4 Package and store tissue
  • 4.1 Collect samples for micro contamination testing of tissues
  • 4.2 Pack tissue on collection
  • 4.3 Store tissue as per the relevant standards
5. Clean autopsy room
  • 5.1 Clean equipment and store safely
  • 5.2 Sterilise equipment as required
  • 5.3 Clean work area according to infection control policy and procedures
  • 5.4 Dispose of waste safely and in accordance with organisation policy and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9351 HLTMT514A Procure and store tissues Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD205 HLTMT514C Procure and store tissues Unit of competency
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