Modification History
HLT04 Version 4 |
HLT07 Version 5 |
Comments |
HLTSTE407B Manage availability and effectiveness of reusable medical devices |
HLTSTE407C - Manage availability and effectiveness of reusable medical 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 ensure that reusable medical equipment and devices are maintained at a high operational and readiness standard The worker is required to ensure that all equipment is in good working order and compliant with AS/NZS 4187 and TGA Guidelines to meet demand |
Application of the Unit
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Functions at this level require:
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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. Maintain and monitor stock levels of reusable medical devices and packing material |
1.1 Maintain a record of usage and longevity trends 1.2 Determine stock requirements against usage trends, availability, predicted longevity of medical equipment devices according to AS/NZS 4187 and organisation policies and guidelines 1.3 Monitor quality of stock and storage condition, including temperature, light, humidity, pest control and stock organisation, and in compliance with AS/NZS4187 1.4 Check the quality of new reusable medical devices and packaging material at time of delivery 1.5 Replenish stocks of reusable medical devices and packaging material in order to meet demand 1.6 Maintain a record of stock usage |
2. Manage maintenance of reusable medical devices |
2.1 Maintain a routine maintenance schedule where appropriate and in compliance with AS/NZS 4187, organisation requirements and manufacturers' guidelines 2.2 Facilitate routine maintenance of all reusable medical devices according to AS/NZS 4187, organisation policies and procedures and manufacturers' guidelines 2.3 Conduct random inspections of all reusable medical devices 2.4 Organise and monitor repair of reusable medical devices when it is beyond the scope of the department or organisation 2.5 Maintain a maintenance and repair record for medical devices 2.6 Follow organisation policies and procedures when reusable medical devices are beyond maintenance and repair |
3. Provide information about the care of reusable medical equipment |
3.1 Develop material to assist sterilisation staff to care for reusable medical devices compliant with AS/NZS 4187 and manufacturer's information 3.2 Conduct training sessions with sterilisation staff in the care of reusable medical devices 3.3 Maintain a register of sterilisation staff competency in the care of reusable medical devices |
4. Contribute to organisation policies and procedures |
4.1 Provide input into organisation policies, procedures to ensure compliance with AS/NZS 4187 4.2 Monitor and if necessary, adjust work practices to reflect AS/NZS 4187 and organisation policies and procedures 4.3 Maintain research and manufacturers' information relevant to reusable medical devices and consumables |
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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Method of assessment |
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Access and equity considerations: |
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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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Reusable medical equipment may include, but is not limited to: |
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Items required for packing may include: |
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Materials required for packaging may include: |
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Organisation policies may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable