Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to safely prepare for, follow and complete cleaning and sterilisation processes for standard mortuary items and equipment. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to funeral home staff and involves working autonomously or under direction with a low level of responsibility. It requires the application of safe operating procedures when handling potentially hazardous items and equipment. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Collect and sort reusable mortuary items and equipment. |
1.1 |
Identify, prepare and use personal protective equipment according to workplace policies and procedures , and relevant legislation . |
1.2 |
Check, segregate and prepare mortuary items and equipment for appropriate cleaning or sterilisation requirements according to workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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1.3 |
Identify and transport reusable mortuary items and equipment to appropriate areas according to workplace policies and procedures. |
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1.4 |
Identify and report faulty or damaged items and equipment according to workplace policies and procedures. |
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1.5 |
Segregate and dispose of sharps and waste according to workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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2 |
Prepare load for sterilisation. |
2.1 |
Select appropriate sterilisation method for mortuary items and equipment according to workplace policies and procedures. |
2.2 |
Identify appropriate packaging requirements according to manufacturer instructions, workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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2.3 |
Wrap, label and secure instrument trays and items according to manufacturer instructions, workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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2.4 |
Close and secure containers according to manufacturer instructions, workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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2.5 |
Load sterilising equipment according to manufacturer instructions, workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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3 |
Maintain, operate and monitor sterilisers. |
3.1 |
Conduct and document sterilising equipment test cycles according to manufacturer instructions, workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
3.2 |
Operate and monitor sterilising cycle and document according to manufacturer instructions, workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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3.3 |
Clean and maintain sterilising equipment according to manufacturer instructions, workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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3.4 |
Record maintenance program according to workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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3.5 |
Identify and report equipment faults according to workplace policies and procedures. |
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4 |
Complete sterilisation procedures. |
4.1 |
Check monitoring devices and record results on completion of cycle according to manufacturer instructions, workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
4.2 |
Remove sterilised items immediately on completion of cycle and check to ensure specified sterilisation criteria have been met. |
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4.3 |
Remove and record damaged items or packaging and take corrective action according to workplace policies and procedures. |
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4.4 |
Conduct cooling down procedures according to manufacturer instructions, workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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5 |
Store sterile stock. |
5.1 |
Identify storage areas for sterile items and equipment. |
5.2 |
Cover and label sterile items and equipment according to workplace policies and procedures, and relevant legislation. |
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5.3 |
Check and complete relevant documentation . |
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6 |
Clean reusable items and equipment. |
6.1 |
Select and prepare cleaning equipment according to manufacturer instructions and workplace policies and procedures. |
6.2 |
Conduct water quality and temperature checks according to manufacturer instructions and workplace policies and procedures. |
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6.3 |
Perform equipment test cycles as required according to current Australian standard. |
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6.4 |
Select instrument cleaning chemicals as required according to current Australian standard. |
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6.5 |
Clean reusable items and equipment according to workplace policies and procedures, and manufacturer instructions. |
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6.6 |
Identify and report faulty or damaged appliances according to workplace policies and procedures, and reprocess items as necessary. |
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6.7 |
Clean equipment and work area according to workplace policies and procedures. |
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7 |
Process cleaned items. |
7.1 |
Transfer items to appropriate area according to workplace policies and procedures. |
7.2 |
Check items for functionality according to manufacturer specifications and take corrective action according to workplace policies and procedures. |
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7.3 |
Assemble and pack cleaned reusable items and transfer to appropriate areas according to workplace policies and procedures. |
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7.4 |
Complete required documentation according to workplace policies and procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills
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Required knowledge
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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, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Methods of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
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Employability skills embedded in this unit should be assessed holistically with other relevant units that make up the skill set or qualification and in the context of the job role. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. 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) may also be included. |
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Personal protective equipment may include: |
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Workplace policies and procedures may include: |
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Relevant legislation , regulations and codes of practice may include: |
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Mortuary items and equipment may include: |
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Sterilisation method may include: |
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Corrective action may include: |
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Documentation may include: |
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Cleaning equipment may include: |
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Chemicals may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Sector |
Funeral Services |
Competency field
Competency field |
Mortuary Work and Embalming |