Modification History
HLT07 Version 4 |
HLT07 Version 5 |
Comments |
HLTAH414B Support the fitting of assistive devices |
HLTAH414C - Support the fitting of assistive devices |
Unit updated in V5 - 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
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This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work with clients, their carers and other members of a multi-disciplinary team, where appropriate, to provide and fit assistive devices to meet individual client needs This will include confirmation of the suitability of the prescription, suitability of fit and operation and the capacity or social interaction of the client which may include use of the assistive devices |
Application of the Unit
Application |
Work performed requires a range of well developed skills where some discretion and judgment is required and individuals will take responsibility for their own outputs Allied Health Assistants operate within the scope of their defined roles and responsibilities and under supervision of an Allied Health Professional For training and assessment pathways, experience in workplace application of the skills and knowledge identified in this competency unit should be provided as required to support allied health professions |
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. Prepare for fitting of assistive device |
1.1 Confirm assistive device details and fitting requirements against the prescribed information provided by the health professional 1.2 Confirm with allied health professional specific client needs and abilities 1.3 Confer with allied health professional if fitting requirements are outside scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation 1.4 Determine the clients' availability, according to the organisation's protocols 1.5 Gather assistive device and any equipment required for fitting 1.6 Prepare the setting for the fitting and instruction for use 1.7 Obtain informed consent from the clients before commencing the fitting |
2. Fit assistive device |
2.1 Provide client with the assistive device 2.2 Confirm the suitability of fit, size and operation meets expected performance parameters and prescription and conforms to the manufacturer's guidelines 2.3 Confirm the assistive device is in safe working order within the user environment 2.4 Obtain relevant measurements and data where adjustments are required 2.5 Restrict device functions for initial or trial periods to enable familiarity and ensure safety, where necessary 2.6 Document and report the process and outcomes of fitting ensuring that arrangements for further action are implemented 2.7 Document maintenance periods and requirements for the assistive device, where necessary 2.8 Identify any faults and complete necessary documentation 2.9 Confirm that client (and carer) have relevant documentation and understands any further action that needs to be taken |
3. Support client to use assistive device |
3.1 Explain and reinforce information about the use of the assistive device, in a manner, and at the level and pace, appropriate for the client 3.2 Confirm client understanding and answer any questions 3.3 Confirm that the assistive is clean and in good working order for the client's requirements before use 3.4 Label, remove from use and report defective assistive devices to the appropriate person, and ensure an alternative is supplied as promptly as possible 3.5 Remove and minimise potential hazards in the immediate environment 3.6 Educate client (and carers) in the safe use, transportation and maintenance of the assistive device within the context of the user environment 3.7 Offer appropriate constructive feedback, encouragement and reinforcement 3.8 Provide safe physical support to enable the client to use the assistive device 3.9 Identify incorrect use and give verbal feedback and physical guidance where necessary 3.10 Monitor the effectiveness of the assistive device and report any problems to the appropriate person with minimum delay 3.11 Report any adverse effect, and major progress to the appropriate member of the care team 3.12 Agree relevant trial period and review periods to co-ordinate with client treatment plan |
4. Complete basic equipment construction and modification |
4.1 Obtain equipment construction or modification specifications from allied health professional 4.2 Confirm requirements with allied health professional 4.3 Procure materials required for basic equipment construction and modifications 4.4 Complete construction and modifications according to specifications 4.5 Seek support from allied health professional if difficulty arises meeting the specifications 4.6 Check completed construction and modifications with allied health professional 4.7 Complete and file any required documentation, according to organisation protocols |
5. Clean and store assistive devices after use |
5.1 Clean assistive devices according to manufacturer's recommendations, infection control requirements and organisation protocols 5.2 Store assistive devices according to manufacturer's recommendations and the organisation's protocols 5.3 Report faults to the appropriate person(s) and complete necessary documentation |
6. Report and document information |
6.1 Report suggested adjustments to assistive device ,together with rationale, to the responsible allied health professional 6.2 Provide client progress feedback to the treating allied health professional 6.3 Report client difficulties and concerns to the treating allied health professional 6.4 Implement variations to the assistive device according to the advice of the treating allied health professional 6.5 Document information about the client use of the assistive device according to the organisation's protocols |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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:
In addition, the candidate must be able 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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Context of and specific resources for assessment: |
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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. 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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Supervision refers to: |
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Assistive device use may include: |
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Clients may include: |
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Information may include:: |
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Client needs and abilities may include: |
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User environment may include, but is not limited to: |
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Education may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable