Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 4:49 AM AWST

Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.

Perform basic analytical tests

Perform basic analytical tests

Unit of competency
National Code
FBPLAB2003
State Code
OAN13
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/12/2018
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/04/2019
Field of Education
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
18/04/2019
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of analytical tests and measurements in a standard laboratory environment.The unit applies to individuals who apply basic laboratory principles to standard testing applications in industries related to the production of food and wine. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory work health and safety, and food safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for testing
  • 1.1 Identify and confirm job requirements
  • 1.2 Confirm availability of required materials and services to meet testing requirements
  • 1.3 Confirm environmental guidelines and identify potential workplace health and safety hazards and controls according to workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Select and fit appropriate personal protective equipment as per manufacturers' specification
  • 1.5 Register samples and prepare for testing
  • 1.6 Select, prepare and check equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.7 Identify and report defects in samples, test materials and equipment
2. Perform testing
  • 2.1 Carry out test methods according to workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Use equipment and materials in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Read and interpret results accurately
  • 2.4 Identify and address non-conformance results in accordance with workplace processes
3. Complete testing
  • 3.1 Collect, treat and dispose of or recycle waste generated by the testing in accordance with workplace waste management policies
  • 3.2 Clean and sanitise equipment and work surfaces after use according to workplace requirements
  • 3.3 Complete records according to workplace requirements
No information
No information
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7951 FDFLAB2001A Perform basic analytical tests Unit of competency
No information