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Assist in the maintenance of reference materials

Assist in the maintenance of reference materials

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL935006
State Code
OAC61
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/07/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/11/2018
Field of Education
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
29/11/2018
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to assist in the maintenance of reference materials that can be used in tests and the identification of new specimens as part of quality control of laboratory procedures. The unit of competency does not cover the scientific identification of species or specimens.This unit applies to technical officers and laboratory technicians working in all industry sectors.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. However, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements for laboratory operations exist, so local requirements should be checked. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Acquire reference materials
  • 1.1 Confirm that required transit conditions were maintained
  • 1.2 Apply quarantine or isolation arrangements as necessary
  • 1.3 Record data of accessioned reference material in the collection database
  • 1.4 Label material to ensure that its identity is maintained during storage and issue
2 Maintain reference materials
  • 2.1 Monitor storage conditions to ensure that they comply with suppliers' warranty specifications
  • 2.2 Monitor storage conditions to ensure materials remain true to specification
  • 2.3 Test material during storage and before release to report on reference characteristics and specificity
  • 2.4 Report findings that suggest reference specimens may be deteriorating
3 Dispense reference materials to clients
  • 3.1 Verify requests with supervisor before requests for reference materials are processed
  • 3.2 Supply reference material without contamination of stock material
  • 3.3 Keep records of materials issued in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Maintain a safe work environment
  • 4.1 Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel
  • 4.2 Follow safety protocols when handling and processing reference materials
  • 4.3 Minimise the generation of wastes and environmental impacts
  • 4.4 Ensure the safe collection of redundant/outdated stocks for subsequent disposal
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWO43 MSL935002 Assist in the maintenance of reference materials Unit of competency