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Plan and conduct laboratory/field work

Plan and conduct laboratory/field work

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL913002
State Code
AWO66
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
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to plan and complete tasks individually or in a team context. The tasks involve established routines and procedures using allocated resources with access to readily available guidelines and advice. Work plans may need to be modified with supervisor agreement to suit changing conditions and priorities.This unit of competency is applicable to instrument operators, laboratory assistants and technical assistants working in all industry sectors.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 Plan and organise daily work activities
  • 1.1 Clarify allocated work activities and required resources if necessary
  • 1.2 Prioritise work activities as directed
  • 1.3 Break down work activities into small achievable components and efficient sequences
  • 1.4 Review work plan in response to new information, urgent requests, changed situations or instructions from appropriate personnel
  • 1.5 Update work plan and communicate changes to appropriate personnel
2 Complete allocated work
  • 2.1 Locate relevant workplace procedures for required tasks
  • 2.2 Undertake tasks following prescribed and routine work-related sequences
  • 2.3 Seek assistance from relevant personnel when difficulties cannot be handled
  • 2.4 Record completion of activities to confirm outputs in accordance with plan
3 Identify and resolve work problems
  • 3.1 Recognise problems or opportunities for improved work performance
  • 3.2 Apply agreed problem-solving strategies to consider possible causes and solutions
  • 3.3 Identify and access appropriate sources of help
  • 3.4 Consider available alternatives and keep them open before agreeing on the most appropriate action
4 Work in a team environment
  • 4.1 Cooperate with team members to negotiate and achieve agreed outcomes, timelines and priorities
  • 4.2 Recognise personal abilities and limitations when undertaking team tasks
  • 4.3 Confirm personal role and responsibility within the team for particular outputs
  • 4.4 Demonstrate sensitivity to the diversity of other team members' backgrounds and beliefs
5 Update knowledge and skills as required
  • 5.1 Recognise own strengths and weaknesses and take advantage of skill development opportunities
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA661 MSL913002A Plan and conduct laboratory/field work Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAC38 MSL913004 Plan and conduct laboratory/field work Unit of competency