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Conduct post compression routines

Conduct post compression routines

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTHY403C
State Code
D8302
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
22/07/2011
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
22/07/2011
Nominal Hours
90
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely conduct post compression routines
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Restore chamber at completion of procedure
  • 1.1 Remove occupants from chamber
  • 1.2 Complete post compression checklist in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
  • 1.3 Clean chamber compartment and ensure it is free from flammable items
  • 1.4 Ensure chamber components are in working order/serviceable
  • 1.5 Correctly align chamber valve
  • 1.6 Empty waste disposal system
  • 1.7 Complete user maintenance in accordance with organisation policies and procedures and maintenance schedule
2. Isolate power supply to panel and chamber
  • 2.1 Switch off lighting to chamber
  • 2.2 Isolate gas analysers
  • 2.3 Isolate alarm indicators
  • 2.4 Switch closed circuit TV systems off
3. Isolate gas supply to chamber
  • 3.1 Isolate primary treatment gas
  • 3.2 Ensure that sufficient treatment gas is available for further treatments
  • 3.3 Vent gas supplies to chamber
  • 3.4 Isolate secondary gas supplies
  • 3.5 Shut down air compressors
4. Restore equipment and materials at completion of procedure
  • 4.1 Clean and store equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and infection control guidelines
  • 4.2 Ensure equipment is serviced for further treatments
  • 4.3 Dispose of disposable items in accordance with waste management policies
  • 4.4 Handle soiled linen in accordance with infection control guidelines
  • 4.5 Identify faulty equipment and follow established procedures to rectify faults
5. Debrief attendant post compression
  • 5.1 Identify decompression problems
  • 5.2 Issue post compression restrictions to attendant
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9308 HLTHY403B Conduct post compression routines Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD176 HLTHY403D Conduct post compression routines Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
D063 HLT41507 Certificate IV in Hyperbaric Technology Qualification