Modification History
HLT07 Version 4 |
HLT07 Version 5 |
Comments |
HLTMT306C Maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment |
HLTMT306D Maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment |
ISC upgrade changes to remove references to old OHS legislation and replace with references to new WHS legislation. No change to competency outcome. |
Unit Descriptor
Descriptor |
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required for a mortuary worker to register, maintain, clean and store autopsy equipment |
Application of the Unit
Application |
Work performed requires demonstration of relevant theoretical knowledge and the ability to apply solutions to a variety of predictable problems Individuals will take responsibility for their own outputs and limited responsibility for the output of others All tasks are conducted in accordance with organisation policies and procedures including WHS and infection control guidelines |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains Employability Skills |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements define the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
The Performance Criteria specify the level of performance required to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Terms in italics are elaborated in the Range Statement. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Register and maintain equipment |
1.1 Register and label new equipment where appropriate, in accordance with organisation policy and procedures 1.2 Maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and organisation policy and procedures 1.3 Promptly report faults in equipment to relevant personnel 1.4 Promptly arrange servicing of equipment in accordance with organisation policy and procedures 1.5 Ensure required maintenance records are legible and accurate |
2. Clean and store autopsy equipment |
2.1 Use appropriate personal protective wear during cleaning of equipment 2.2 Clean, disinfect or sterilise equipment in accordance with infection control guidelines and manufacturers' specifications and organisation policy and procedures 2.3 Maintain cleanliness of sterilisation and cleaning equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and organisation policy and procedures 2.4 Store cleaned equipment ready for use in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and organisation policy and procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of:
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Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit: |
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Range Statement
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. |
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Equipment may include: |
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Registering and labelling may include: |
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Organisation policy and procedure may relate to: |
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Relevant personnel may refer to: |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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Infection Control policy and procedures may include: |
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Storage may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable