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Collect and prepare standard samples

Collect and prepare standard samples

Unit of competency
National Code
AMPR321
State Code
AVW40
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/12/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/05/2016
Field of Education
110111 - Food Hygiene
Original Release Date
03/05/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to collect and prepare standard samples. This unit is applicable to workers in the meat industry who are required to collect samples for testing.All training must be conducted in accordance with Australian meat industry standards and regulations.All work must be carried out in accordance with workplace requirements, regulatory requirements and hygiene standards. This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Receive, handle and store samples
  • 1.1 Register samples upon receipt in accordance with quality and workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Check labelling and history of sampling in accordance with laboratory procedures
  • 1.3 Record sample information and cross-reference with current or previous test data according to workplace requirements
  • 1.4 Observe universal precautions and relevant legislative requirements during the handling and storage of all samples
  • 1.5 Record samples requiring analysis by external laboratories and forward following workplace procedures
  • 1.6 Dispose of unwanted samples in accordance with workplace and hygiene standards
2. Prepare for sample collection
  • 2.1 Confirm type of sample required prior to collection
  • 2.2 Follow prescribed procedures to ensure representative sampling and record details to workplace requirements
  • 2.3 Prepare or assemble appropriate sampling equipment to safety and workplace requirements
3. Perform sample collection
  • 3.1 Collect gross samples in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Preserve sample integrity throughout all aspects of sampling
  • 3.3 Place samples in suitable containers and label to clearly identify sample type, location, date and any other workplace-specific information
  • 3.4 Store, preserve and transport samples in accordance with relevant regulations and laboratory procedures
  • 3.5 Maintained sampling equipment in clean, safe and sterile working order
  • 3.6 Recognised and report unusual or non-standard observations made during sampling
4. Perform standard chemical or biological sample preparation (where applicable)
  • 4.1 Prepared samples and controls for analysis
  • 4.2 Take action to minimise loss of analyses from sample
  • 4.3 Use separation equipment to provide the required sample fractions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D9081 MTMR322A Collect and prepare standard samples Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFA24 AMPQUA303 Collect and prepare standard samples Unit of competency