Unit of competency Outline

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Collect and preserve biological samples

Collect and preserve biological samples

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCECR302
State Code
OCS17
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
11/02/2025
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for collection
  • 1.1 Confirm the purpose and schedule for sampling with manager
  • 1.2 Identify sampling site location and obtain approval for site access from stakeholders
  • 1.3 Identify samples to be collected and preserved
  • 1.4 Identify and comply with legislative and regulatory requirements governing biological samples and sampling methods
  • 1.5 Organise equipment required for biological sampling and preserving
  • 1.6 Assess range of likely operating conditions, hazards and sensitive environments for impact on sampling and testing
  • 1.7 Identify hazards, assess risk and implement controls according to workplace health and safety policies and procedures
2. Prepare equipment and resources
  • 2.1 Obtain equipment required for sampling and preserving
  • 2.2 Check equipment for availability and serviceability
  • 2.3 Clean and sanitise equipment to maintain integrity of samples and biosecurity conditions
  • 2.4 Collect record sheets necessary for task
  • 2.5 Transport resources and personnel safely to sampling sites and prepare for use
3. Carry out biological sampling and preserving procedures
  • 3.1 Collect samples according to sampling plan
  • 3.2 Apply environmental sustainability and biosecurity practices to collection processes
  • 3.3 Preserve and record samples in accordance with sampling standards and guidelines
  • 3.4 Prepare, package and dispatch samples for external analysis in accordance with sampling schedule and laboratory standards
  • 3.5 Observe and record ambient and antecedent environmental conditions
  • 3.6 Operate equipment and undertake work according to workplace health and safety requirements
  • 3.7 Report and deliver presentable sample collection according to workplace procedures
4. Complete collection of biological sampling activities
  • 4.1 Clean, sanitise and store equipment and clothing
  • 4.2 Repair damaged or malfunctioning equipment
  • 4.3 Record site sampling results and observations according to workplace recording procedures
  • 4.4 Report changes in field conditions and equipment to manager
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAM14 AHCNAR302 Collect and preserve biological samples Unit of competency