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Conduct routine site measurements

Conduct routine site measurements

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL972001
State Code
AWO24
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/08/2016
Field of Education
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
16/08/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to make direct measurements using workplace procedures. Measurements will be straightforward and involve a minimal number of steps, take a short time, have easily recognised control limits and use equipment calibrated by others. Measurements include the use of instruments and/or kits.This unit of competency is applicable to production operators, field assistants and laboratory assistants in manufacturing, construction materials and environmental services industry sectors.While no specific licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, laboratory operations are governed by relevant legislation, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements. Local requirements should be checked.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for measurements
  • 1.1 Confirm the purpose, priority and nature of measurements required
  • 1.2 Liaise with relevant personnel to arrange site access and all necessary clearances/permits
  • 1.3 Identify site hazards and review workplace safety procedures
  • 1.4 Assemble all measuring and safety equipment and check they are fit for purpose
  • 1.5 Check all equipment/materials against a given inventory and stow them to ensure safe transport
  • 1.6 Arrange appropriate transport for site access as required
2 Perform measurements
  • 2.1 Locate measurement points and services at the site
  • 2.2 Gain access to measurement points by removing covers and locks as appropriate
  • 2.3 Seek advice if the required measurements cannot be made or if procedures require modification
  • 2.4 Operate measuring equipment in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 2.5 Take sufficient readings to ensure reliable data
  • 2.6 Record data with appropriate accuracy, precision and units
  • 2.7 Record environmental/site conditions and any other observations that may impact on data quality
  • 2.8 Recognise obvious errors/atypical data and take appropriate corrective action
  • 2.9 Secure measuring points by replacing covers and locking as appropriate
3 Finalise measurements
  • 3.1 Follow workplace procedures for the cleaning/decontamination of equipment and vehicle as necessary
  • 3.2 Check all equipment and materials against inventory and stow for safe transport
  • 3.3 Liaise with relevant personnel to restore normal production and/or services as necessary
  • 3.4 Report all measurements in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 On return, check and document serviceability of equipment before storage
4 Maintain a safe work environment
  • 4.1 Use established work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others
  • 4.2 Minimise environmental impacts of measurements and generation of waste
  • 4.3 Dispose of all waste in accordance with workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA704 MSL972001A Conduct routine site measurements Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEY00 MSL972002 Take routine site measurements Unit of competency