Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSL952001A Collect routine site samples
Application
This unit of competency covers the ability to collect samples at field or production sites using specified equipment and standard or routine procedures.
This unit of competency is applicable to production operators, field assistants and laboratory assistants in all industry sectors.
While no specific licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, laboratory operations are governed by relevant legislation, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements. Local requirements should be checked.
Pre-requisite Unit
Nil
Competency Field
Sampling
Unit Sector
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1 |
Prepare for sampling |
1.1 |
Confirm the purpose, priority and scope of the sampling request |
1.2 |
Liaise with relevant personnel to arrange site access and all necessary clearances/permits |
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1.3 |
Identify site hazards and review workplace safety procedures |
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1.4 |
Confirm what samples are to be collected, from where, how and when |
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1.5 |
Assemble all specified sampling equipment, safety equipment, materials and containers |
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1.6 |
Conduct pre-use and cleanliness checks of all items to ensure they are fit for purpose |
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1.7 |
Check all items against given inventory and stow them to ensure safe transport |
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2 |
Conduct sampling |
2.1 |
Locate sampling points and services at the site |
2.2 |
Remove security devices, such as locks and covers as required |
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2.3 |
Seek advice if the required samples cannot be collected or if procedures require modification |
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2.4 |
Select and use required sampling equipment in accordance with given procedures |
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2.5 |
Closely follow sampling procedures to obtain required samples and maintain their integrity |
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2.6 |
Record all labelling information in accordance with workplace/legal traceability requirements |
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2.7 |
Record sample appearance, environmental conditions and any other factors that may impact on sample integrity |
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2.8 |
Replace security devices, such as locks and covers as required |
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3 |
Finalise sampling |
3.1 |
Follow workplace procedures for the cleaning/decontamination of equipment and vehicle as necessary |
3.2 |
Check all equipment, materials and samples against inventory and stow for safe transport |
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3.3 |
Liaise with relevant personnel to restore normal production and/or services as necessary |
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3.4 |
Maintain integrity of samples during transportation |
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3.5 |
Deliver samples to the required collection point and complete all documentation to ensure traceability |
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3.6 |
On return, check and document serviceability of equipment before storage |
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4 |
Maintain a safe work environment |
4.1 |
Use established work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others |
4.2 |
Minimise environmental impacts of sampling and generation of waste |
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4.3 |
Dispose of all waste in accordance with workplace procedures |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range of Conditions
This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. |
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Standards, codes, procedures and/or workplace requirements |
Standards, codes, procedures and/or workplace requirements include the latest version of one or more of:
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Materials sampled |
Materials sampled as part of job role include one or more of:
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Maintenance of integrity of samples |
Maintenance of integrity of samples includes one or more of:
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Services |
Services include one or more of:
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Safety procedures |
Safety procedures include, but are not limited to, one or more of:
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Minimising environmental impacts |
Minimising environmental impacts includes, but is not limited to, one or more of:
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WHS and environmental management requirements |
WHS and environmental management requirements include: · complying with WHS and environmental management requirements at all times, which may be imposed through state/territory or federal legislation. These requirements must not be compromised at any time · applying standard precautions relating to the potentially hazardous nature of samples
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Unit Mapping Information
Release 1. Supersedes and is equivalent to MSL952001A Collect routine site samples
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5c63a03b-4a6b-4ae5-9560-1e3c5f462baa