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Undertake internal audits in a seed laboratory

Undertake internal audits in a seed laboratory

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSDT406
State Code
BAR72
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out an internal audit in a seed testing laboratory. It applies to senior seed analysts who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and they analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for internal audit
  • 1.1 Review previous internal audits
  • 1.2 Source and review relevant enterprise documents
  • 1.3 Prepare audit plan to suit staff availability and laboratory operations
  • 1.4 Prepare appropriate checklists and audit related documentation
  • 1.5 Agree on specific methods and techniques
2. Conduct audit
  • 2.1 Ensure seed testing techniques are conducted by analysts and observed and reported on by auditor
  • 2.2 Use questioning strategies to obtain further information on testing techniques and approaches from analysts
  • 2.3 Report deviations to the standard operating procedures (SOPs) observed during observations of testing
  • 2.4 Inspect seed storage, chemical store and sampling areas
  • 2.5 Scrutinise work charts, schedules, reports and plans
  • 2.6 Ensure the availability and currency of laboratory documents
  • 2.7 Inspect archived documents to ensure they are complete and meet the statutory holding period
3. Report findings
  • 3.1 Hold staff meeting to discuss outcomes of audit
  • 3.2 Complete continuous improvement forms by auditor with suggested corrective actions
  • 3.3 Prepare and provide an audit report to management for review
  • 3.4 Present continuous improvement forms at future staff meetings until all corrective action is completed
  • 3.5 File data collected during audit in laboratory information management system
  • 3.6 Maintain confidentiality and security of enterprise information and laboratory data
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE660 AHCSDT406A Undertake internal audits in a seed laboratory Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDD6 AHC41516 Certificate IV in Seed Testing Qualification