Unit of competency Outline

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Apply electrophoretic techniques

Apply electrophoretic techniques

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL975008
State Code
AWN91
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
120
Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to analyse samples using electrophoretic techniques. The unit also includes establishing client needs for routine and non-routine samples, optimising workplace procedures and instruments for specific samples, obtaining valid and reliable data and reporting test results. Personnel are required to recognise atypical test data/results and troubleshoot common analytical procedure and equipment problems. This unit of competency is applicable to laboratory technical officers working in all industry sectors. All operations and analytical methods must comply with relevant standards, appropriate procedures and/or workplace requirements. Although a supervisor may not always be present, the technician will follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) that clearly describe their scope of permitted practice, including varying workplace/test procedures and communicating results to people outside the laboratory.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 Establish client needs and schedule analysis
  • 1.1 Liaise with client or sample provider to determine client needs and sample history
  • 1.2 Record sample description, compare with specification and record and report discrepancies
  • 1.3 Identify non-routine samples and the possible need to vary workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Seek advice from supervisor about any proposed variations and document all approved changes
  • 1.5 Schedule analysis using workplace procedures
2 Prepare samples and standards
  • 2.1 Obtain a representative analytical portion of the laboratory sample
  • 2.2 Prepare sample in accordance with testing requirements
  • 2.3 Prepare validation checks for analytical portion
3 Set up and optimise instrument
  • 3.1 Perform pre-use and safety checks in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Start up and condition the instrument using workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Optimise instrumental parameters to suit sample and test requirements
  • 3.4 Check calibration status of instrument and perform calibration using specified standards and procedures, as required
4 Perform analysis
  • 4.1 Measure analyte response for standards, validation checks and samples
  • 4.2 Conduct sufficient measurements to obtain reliable data
  • 4.3 Return instruments to standby or shutdown condition as required
5 Process and analyse data
  • 5.1 Confirm data is the result of valid measurements
  • 5.2 Perform required calculations and ensure results are consistent with standards or estimations and expectations
  • 5.3 Record results with the appropriate accuracy, precision and units
  • 5.4 Analyse trends in data and/or results and report out-of-specification or atypical results promptly to appropriate personnel
  • 5.5 Troubleshoot analytical procedure or equipment problems which have led to atypical data or results
6 Maintain a safe work environment
  • 6.1 Identify risks, hazards, safety equipment and control measures associated with sample handling, preparation and analytical method
  • 6.2 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety procedures specified for test method and materials to be tested
  • 6.3 Minimise the generation of waste and environmental impacts
  • 6.4 Ensure the safe disposal of laboratory waste
  • 6.5 Clean, care for and store equipment and consumables in accordance with workplace procedures
7 Maintain laboratory records
  • 7.1 Enter approved data and results into laboratory information management system (LIMS)
  • 7.2 Maintain equipment logs in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 7.3 Maintain security, integrity and traceability of samples and documentation
  • 7.4 Communicate results to appropriate personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA737 MSL975008A Apply electrophoretic techniques Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAC08 MSL975039 Apply electrophoretic techniques Unit of competency