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Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose

Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL933001
State Code
AWO53
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
20
Description
This unit of competency covers the general cleaning of work surfaces, cleaning and storage of equipment and the monitoring of laboratory stocks under direct supervision.This unit of competency is applicable to laboratory assistants and instrument operators working in all industry sectors.This unit of competency forms a major part of the work of laboratory assistants. They work in accordance with work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs) which incorporate all relevant aspects of work health and safety (WHS) legislation and the codes, guidelines, regulations and Australian Standards applying to environmental hazards and dangerous goods.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 Clean work preparation areas
  • 1.1 Clean preparation areas using appropriate cleaning agents and equipment according to workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Remove spillages, if they occur, using appropriate agents, personal protective equipment (PPE) and workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Collect and segregate wastes in accordance with workplace procedures, relevant codes and regulations
2 Clean, maintain and store equipment
  • 2.1 Collect used equipment, inspect for faults and, where necessary, remove from service
  • 2.2 Use appropriate agents, apparatus and techniques to clean equipment
  • 2.3 Store clean equipment in the designated locations and manner
3 Monitor stocks of materials and equipment
  • 3.1 Perform stock checks and maintain records of usage as directed
  • 3.2 Store labelled stocks for safe and efficient retrieval
  • 3.3 Inform appropriate personnel of impending stock shortages to maintain continuity of supply
4 Maintain a safe work environment
  • 4.1 Use established safe work practices and PPE to ensure personal safety and that of other personnel
  • 4.2 Report potential hazards and/or maintenance issues in own work area to designated personnel
  • 4.3 Minimise the generation of waste and environmental impacts
  • 4.4 Dispose of waste in accordance with workplace procedures, relevant codes and regulations
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA675 MSL933001A Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAC17 MSL933005 Maintain the laboratory/field workplace fit for purpose Unit of competency