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Maintain and control stocks

Maintain and control stocks

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL934010
State Code
OEY20
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/05/2023
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
24/05/2023
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to order, maintain and control the use of laboratory materials and/or equipment in the work area.This unit of competency applies to technicians and technical officers working in all industry sectors. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. However, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements for laboratory operations exist, so local requirements should be checked. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Maintain and control stocks of materials or equipment
  • 1.1 Label, document and store stocks in accordance with relevant standards and specific safety requirements
  • 1.2 Follow stock rotation procedures to maximise use of stocks within permitted shelf life
  • 1.3 Identify stock discrepancies and replace redundant or outdated stocks to maintain stocks at prescribed level
  • 1.4 Identify and replace damaged and/or worn equipment or arrange for repairs or disposal
  • 1.5 Identify and report wastage to relevant personnel
2. Order and receive materials and equipment
  • 2.1 Determine requirements of customers and suppliers using appropriate communication and interpersonal skills
  • 2.2 Determine demand for stock, considering peak and seasonal variations in stock usage and production conditions
  • 2.3 Place and/or follow up approved orders using workplace systems and procedures
  • 2.4 Check condition of received goods and take appropriate action
3. Maintain stock records
  • 3.1 Record all relevant details accurately using the specified procedures and systems
  • 3.2 Maintain all records in the designated place
4. Maintain a safe work environment
  • 4.1 Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel
  • 4.2 Minimise the generation of wastes and environmental impacts
  • 4.3 Ensure the safe collection of redundant and/or outdated stocks for subsequent disposal
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OAC37 MSL934007 Maintain and control stocks Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIX7 MSL30122 Certificate III in Laboratory Skills Qualification
BIX6 MSL40122 Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques Qualification