This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to prepare for and complete surgical cut-up of non-complex specimens as defined by the National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council(NPAAC). It involves the processing of specimens which may involve both selection and cutting, with a focus on the ability to interpret clinical information, evaluate tissue and select or sample correctly and the use of knife skills.This unit applies to scientists, technical officers and laboratory technicians working in anatomical pathology laboratories. The scope of work to be undertaken is clearly described in the laboratory’s manual of procedures. The unit of competency is based on the assumption that technical personnel would perform work under the supervision of competent scientific and/or medical staff. The pathologist has the ultimate responsibility for the handling of a specimen regardless of who has performed the cut-up.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.