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Maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment

Maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTMT306C
State Code
D8337
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2011
Field of Education
019909 - Laboratory Technology
Original Release Date
22/07/2011
Nominal Hours
25
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required for a mortuary worker to register, maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Register and maintain equipment
  • 1.1 Register and label new equipment where appropriate, in accordance with organisation policy and procedures
  • 1.2 Maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and organisation policy and procedures
  • 1.3 Promptly report faults in equipment to relevant personnel
  • 1.4 Promptly arrange servicing of equipment in accordance with organisation policy and procedures
  • 1.5 Ensure required maintenance records are legible and accurate
2. Clean and store autopsy equipment
  • 2.1 Use appropriate personal protective wear during cleaning of equipment
  • 2.2 Clean, disinfect or sterilise equipment in accordance with infection control guidelines and manufacturers' specifications and organisation policy and procedures
  • 2.3 Maintain cleanliness of sterilisation and cleaning equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and organisation policy and procedures
  • 2.4 Store cleaned equipment ready for use in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and organisation policy and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9343 HLTMT306B Maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD197 HLTMT306D Maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
D045 HLT32007 Certificate III in Mortuary Theatre Practice Qualification