Unit of competency Outline
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Provide care and maintenance of neurophysiology equipment
Provide care and maintenance of neurophysiology equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
HLTNE405D
HLTNE405D
State Code
WD218
WD218
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/08/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
08/08/2014
Nominal Hours
100
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide care and maintenance for neurophysiology equipmentProvision of structured evaluation and recommendations for equipment being considered for purchase is included
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Perform pre-use checks
- 1.1 Set up and check equipment in accordance with organisation policies and procedures and manufacturer's specifications
- 1.2 Complete care and maintenance of equipment required prior to use
- 1.3 Identify and correct minor equipment problems
- 1.4 Report hazardous, damaged or faulty equipment and arrange repairs
2. Implement planned maintenance
- 2.1 Identify maintenance procedures and appropriate documentation
- 2.2 Maintain neurophysiology equipment in accordance with organisation policies and procedures, relevant standards and manufacturer's guidelines
- 2.3 Complete documentation in accordance with organisation policies and procedures, relevant standards and manufacturer's guidelines
- 2.4 Review and update maintenance records in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
3. Repair faulty equipment
- 3.1 Identify and label faulty equipment
- 3.2 Complete documentation of breakdown and/or maintenance in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
- 3.3 Complete equipment repair in accordance with organisation policies and procedures and manufacturer's instructions
4. Orient other staff to neurophysiology equipment
- 4.1 Update and make available protocol of operative procedures
- 4.2 Provide instruction on equipment operation to staff as required
- 4.3 Provide in-service training on basic equipment operation as required
5. Evaluate neurophysiology equipment
- 5.1 Conduct evaluations of equipment being considered for purchase
- 5.2 Provide recommendations for purchase
6. Introduce new equipment
- 6.1 Identify the need for introduction of new techniques in EEG recording, related to new equipment
- 6.2 Apply new techniques to existing conditions in accordance with current standards, manufacturer's guidelines and organisation policies and procedures
- 6.3 Review and update policies and procedures
- 6.4 Evaluate new techniques and policy and procedures
- 6.5 Implement staff development/training
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Equipment may include:
Electroencephalography (EEG) machine; digital, analogue, portable, standard, ambulatory, video
Evoked potential (EP) machine
Electromyography (EMG) machine
Machine for nerve conduction studies
Respiration, movement and tremor monitors
Electrodes
Head box
Photic stimulator
Video cassette recorders
Cameras
Checks of equipment may include:
Routine calibration daily and on each test
Full calibration monthly
Organisation policies and procedures may refer to:
Infection control
Work health and safety (WHS)
Equipment handling and set up procedures
Maintenance procedures
Electrical hazards
Equipment care and maintenance may include:
Pen/galvanometer alignment
Sensitivity and linearity
Pen/galvanometer centring
Electrical and mechanical centring
Damping
Chart speed and time markers
Time constants / low frequency filters
High frequency filters
Noise levels and line thickness
Paper, ink and disc storage
Common mode rejection
Faulty leads
Blown globes/fuses
Computer hardware and software faults
Documentation of planned maintenance may include:
Service log of machine faults
Service log of biomedical machine safety checks
Instruction on equipment operation and in-service training on equipment may include:
Set up procedures and safety checks
Basic fault finding
Assembly and connection procedures
Preparation of equipment for use
Organisation policy and procedures
Equipment may include:
Electroencephalography (EEG) machine; digital, analogue, portable, standard, ambulatory, video
Evoked potential (EP) machine
Electromyography (EMG) machine
Machine for nerve conduction studies
Respiration, movement and tremor monitors
Electrodes
Head box
Photic stimulator
Video cassette recorders
Cameras
Checks of equipment may include:
Routine calibration daily and on each test
Full calibration monthly
Organisation policies and procedures may refer to:
Infection control
Work health and safety (WHS)
Equipment handling and set up procedures
Maintenance procedures
Electrical hazards
Equipment care and maintenance may include:
Pen/galvanometer alignment
Sensitivity and linearity
Pen/galvanometer centring
Electrical and mechanical centring
Damping
Chart speed and time markers
Time constants / low frequency filters
High frequency filters
Noise levels and line thickness
Paper, ink and disc storage
Common mode rejection
Faulty leads
Blown globes/fuses
Computer hardware and software faults
Documentation of planned maintenance may include:
Service log of machine faults
Service log of biomedical machine safety checks
Instruction on equipment operation and in-service training on equipment may include:
Set up procedures and safety checks
Basic fault finding
Assembly and connection procedures
Preparation of equipment for use
Organisation policy and procedures
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Relevant organisation policy, guidelines, procedures and protocols
Method of assessment:
Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting (laboratory). If successful, a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision
Observation of work activities when providing care and maintenance of neurophysiology equipment
Observation of simulation and/or role play when providing care and maintenance of neurophysiology equipment
Discussion of physical and/or behavioural contingency scenarios involving duty of care
Authenticated transcripts of relevant education/training courses
Recognition of relevant life/work experience
Questioning, written assessments/projects, e-learning can be used to assess knowledge
Authenticated reports of experience in providing care and maintenance of neurophysiology equipment (Documentation associated with performance reviews, supervisor/co-ordinator evaluations of work performance)
Training records associated with First Aid, OH Safety training, Orientation/Induction Training, Safe Manual Handing, Universal infection control procedures
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Related units:
This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other health services units of competency is encouraged
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible
Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
Relevant organisation policy, guidelines, procedures and protocols
Method of assessment:
Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting (laboratory). If successful, a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision
Observation of work activities when providing care and maintenance of neurophysiology equipment
Observation of simulation and/or role play when providing care and maintenance of neurophysiology equipment
Discussion of physical and/or behavioural contingency scenarios involving duty of care
Authenticated transcripts of relevant education/training courses
Recognition of relevant life/work experience
Questioning, written assessments/projects, e-learning can be used to assess knowledge
Authenticated reports of experience in providing care and maintenance of neurophysiology equipment (Documentation associated with performance reviews, supervisor/co-ordinator evaluations of work performance)
Training records associated with First Aid, OH Safety training, Orientation/Induction Training, Safe Manual Handing, Universal infection control procedures
Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Related units:
This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other health services units of competency is encouraged
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8363 | HLTNE405C | Provide care and maintenance of neurophysiology equipment | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J117 | HLT60812 | Advanced Diploma of Neurophysiology Technology | Qualification |
| J081 | HLT41712 | Certificate IV in Neurophysiology Technology | Qualification |