Unit of competency Outline

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Dispense optical appliances

Dispense optical appliances

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTOPD002
State Code
AVA05
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/01/2016
Field of Education
060903 - Optical Technology
Original Release Date
22/01/2016
Nominal Hours
110
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use specialised optical knowledge to confirm and check appliance selection, fit appliances and follow procedures to complete the dispensing process. This unit applies to optical dispensers who work according to prescriptions provided by optometrists or ophthalmologists.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm appliance selection
  • 1.1 Check appliance selection against prescription details or customer record
  • 1.2 Confirm selection with client
  • 1.3 Gain consent from client for fitting where applicable
2. Fit optical appliances
  • 2.1 Organise required fitting equipment and materials
  • 2.2 Correctly interpret technical aspects of customer requirements from records
  • 2.3 Follow standard fitting procedures and take account of special client needs
  • 2.4 Adjust frames to client to optimise visual performance
  • 2.5 Ensure optical appliances meet hygiene standards
  • 2.6 Give the client the opportunity to voice concerns in relation to optical appliance and make appropriate response
3. Instruct client on wear and care
  • 3.1 Provide client with details about how to wear the appliance
  • 3.2 Offer information about appliance care routines
4. Finalise dispensing process
  • 4.1 Complete financial transactions in accordance with relevant policies and procedures
  • 4.2 Follow correct procedures for client rebates
  • 4.3 Complete and store records in accordance with relevant policies, procedures and confidentiality requirements
  • 4.4 Offer follow up services in accordance with organisation procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WD230 HLTOPD403C Dispense optical appliances and services Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFI00 HLTOPD008 Dispense advanced optical appliances Unit of competency
OFI09 HLTOPD007 Dispense single vision optical appliances Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWJ8 HLT47815 Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing Qualification