Unit of competency Outline

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Maintain and control stocks

Maintain and control stocks

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL934003
State Code
AWO47
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
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
16/08/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to order, maintain and control the use of laboratory materials and/or equipment in the work area.This unit of competency is applicable to technicians and technical officers 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 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  • 1.3 Identify stock discrepancies and replace redundant or outdated stocks to maintain stocks at prescribed level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/worn equipment or arrange for repairs or disposal as appropriate
  • 1.5 Initiate quality control sampling and testing procedures when appropriate
  • 1.6 Report stock problems outside own knowledge and authority limitations 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, taking into account 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 forms/computer system
  • 3.2 Ensure that written information is legible and indelible
  • 3.3 File 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/outdated stocks for subsequent disposal
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA681 MSL934003A Maintain and control stocks Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAC37 MSL934007 Maintain and control stocks Unit of competency