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Apply infection control policies and procedures in laundry operations

Apply infection control policies and procedures in laundry operations

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTLA2011
State Code
OBL67
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/01/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/05/2020
Field of Education
039999 - Engineering And Related Technologies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
06/05/2020
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare and process laundry items in accordance with industry and organisational policies and procedures relating to infection control. Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities. Work is performed within defined procedures under direct supervision. No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must be applied.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to apply infection control policies
  • 1.1 Determine job and safe work requirements from work information
  • 1.2 Collect and sort linen in accordance with organisational guidelines
  • 1.3 Communicate effectively with others to achieve planned outcomes in relation to infection risks, waste management and hygiene issues
  • 1.4 Complete required documentation
2. Clean and disinfect equipment and surfaces
  • 2.1 Select and prepare cleaning products, disinfectants and cleaning equipment suitable for the job
  • 2.2 Clean and disinfect equipment and surfaces in accordance with infection control policies and procedures and scheduled cleaning routines
  • 2.3 Practice standard precautions and follow organisational infection control policies and procedures
  • 2.4 Store equipment in accordance with organisational guidelines
  • 2.5 Maintain personal hygiene in accordance with organisational guidelines
  • 2.6 Adhere to one way work flows from clean to dirty zones based on job requirements
3. Identify and respond to infection risks
  • 3.1 Identify infection risks, apply standard precautions, and implement appropriate response within scope of own responsibility to maintain a clean environment
  • 3.2 Place appropriate signs as and where required by the situation
  • 3.3 Maintain awareness of common infection risks and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with standard precautions
  • 3.4 Follow risk control and risk containment procedures for specific risks
  • 3.5 Remove spillages in accordance with infection control policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAV46 MSTLA2001 Apply infection control policies and procedures in laundry operations Unit of competency