Unit of competency Outline

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Assist with optical appliance selection and maintenance

Assist with optical appliance selection and maintenance

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTOPD006
State Code
OFI01
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Pending
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/12/2025
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
060903 - Optical Technology
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to support workers in the optical industry with optical appliance selection and maintenance. It applies to optical assistants working under supervision, and optical dispensers who provide non-clinical support services to workers in optical industry. The unit does not include providing technical advice or dispensing prescriptions.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1.Assist supervisor to select and prepare optical appliances
  • 1.1 Consult with supervisor to gather and review client needs and preferences
  • 1.2 Identify and match suitable optical appliance materials, lens and frame types according to client needs and preferences
  • 1.3 Document the findings and present to supervisor for review and reference
2. Maintain optical appliances
  • 2.1 Inspect optical appliance and consult with supervisor to determine optical appliance alignment, adjustment and repair needs
  • 2.2 Identify and refer repair work outside scope of own job role for specialised repair
  • 2.3 Perform minor repairs within the scope of own job role
  • 2.4 Make standard alignments and adjustments to optical appliances
  • 2.5 Consult with client to confirm optical appliance fit, comfort and functionality
  • 2.6 Record repairs performed according to organisational record management procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVA06 HLTOPD001 Provide advice on optical appliances Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BTR9 HLT47825 Certificate IV in Optical Dispensing Qualification