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Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose

Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL933005
State Code
OAC17
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
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to clean laboratory work surfaces, clean and store laboratory equipment and monitor laboratory stocks under direct supervision.This unit of competency applies to laboratory assistants and instrument operators working in all industry sectors. It forms a major part of the work of laboratory assistants, who work in accordance with work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs) which incorporate all relevant aspects of work health and safety (WHS) legislation and the codes, guidelines, regulations and Australian Standards applying to environmental hazards and dangerous goods.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 Clean work preparation areas
  • 1.1 Clean preparation areas using appropriate cleaning agents and equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Remove spillages using appropriate agents, personal protective equipment (PPE) and workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Collect and segregate wastes in accordance with workplace procedures, relevant codes and regulations
2 Clean and store equipment
  • 2.1 Collect used equipment, inspect for faults and, where necessary, remove from service
  • 2.2 Use appropriate agents, apparatus and techniques to clean equipment
  • 2.3 Store clean equipment in the designated locations and manner
3 Monitor stocks of materials and equipment
  • 3.1 Perform stock checks and maintain records of usage as directed
  • 3.2 Store labelled stocks for safe and efficient retrieval
  • 3.3 Inform appropriate personnel of impending stock shortages to maintain continuity of supply
4 Maintain a safe work environment
  • 4.1 Use established safe work practices and PPE to ensure personal safety and that of other personnel
  • 4.2 Report potential hazards and/or maintenance issues in own work area to designated personnel
  • 4.3 Minimise the generation of waste and environmental impacts
  • 4.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with workplace procedures, relevant codes and regulations
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWO53 MSL933001 Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose Unit of competency