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Design and conduct a field-based research trial

Design and conduct a field-based research trial

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCWRK603A
State Code
D7335
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2011
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/12/2011
Field of Education
080321 - Farm Management And Agribusiness
Original Release Date
13/12/2011
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers the process of designing and conducting field-based research trials and defines the standard to: establish sound research parameters that enables achievable results; conduct research consistent with recognised scientific practice; analysis and reporting reflects the scope and consequences of the project.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Design the trial
  • 1.1. Problems and/or opportunities that support undertaking a trial are identified and the trial subject and projected outcomes are defined according to enterprise guidelines, market research, client requirements, cost analysis and cost benefits to the enterprise.
  • 1.2. Research into available evidence is undertaken to establish the performance criteria of the subject, product or treatment to be trialled and the trial design.
  • 1.3. Trial sites are located according to trial design requirements and enterprise capabilities, and site factors are identified and incorporated into the trial design.
  • 1.4. Approvals and/or permits required to conduct the trial are identified and obtained.
  • 1.5. Data collection and recording specifications are established according to the trial design, and proper conventions and controls are followed to satisfy statistical audit requirements and eliminate variables according to sound clinical practice.
2. Prepare to conduct the trial
  • 2.1. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards associated with the implementation of the trial are identified, risks assessed and controls developed according to enterprise guidelines, costed and documented in the trial design.
  • 2.2. Environmental implications associated with implementation of the trial are identified and documented in the trial design.
  • 2.3. Materials, tools, equipment and machinery required for the trial are identified, costed, and availability confirmed with suppliers, contractors and appropriate personnel.
  • 2.4. Trial sites are established and prepared for implementation of the trial according to the specifications of the trial design.
  • 2.5. Detailed trial site plans, trial specifications and trial procedures are documented clearly and comprehensively in the trial design.
3. Conduct the trial
  • 3.1. Staged data collection is undertaken throughout the course of the trial according to the specifications of the trial design.
  • 3.2. Trial implementation is monitored for accuracy, compliance to the trial design and out-of-specification procedures or events.
  • 3.3. All monitoring and trial data is recorded faithfully, promptly and accurately according to the specifications of the trial design.
4. Assess practical application of trial outcome
  • 4.1. Statistical auditing is undertaken for the trial outcomes, and proper conventions and controls are followed to eliminate variables according to sound clinical practice.
  • 4.2. Conclusions are drawn from relevant information and are based on appropriate evidence and reasoned arguments.
  • 4.3. Trial outcomes are assessed for practical application, based on conclusions drawn from the trial and according to enterprise guidelines and industry best practice.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Trial subjects may include:
individual animal or plant species or cultivars
specified products, and treatments or applications whose performance or responses are measured in relation to defined performance criteria.

Note: The involvement of animals in a research trial may be covered by duty of care provisions in Animal Welfare Acts and codes of practices dealing with animal ethics.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
establish sound research parameters that enables achievable results
conduct research consistent with recognised scientific practice
analysis and reporting reflects the scope and consequences of the project.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S3457 RTE6503A Design and conduct a field-based research trial Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BAR96 AHCWRK603 Design and conduct a field-based research trial Unit of competency