This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to administer substances and take tissue and fluid samples for clinical trial project research purposes.

This unit applies to animal technicians who work under broad supervision performing work according to instructions or directed by a supervisor.

All work practices must be undertaken in accordance with legislative requirements, the current Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes (the Code), the organisation's standard operating procedures, and protocols, policies and procedures approved by the organisation's Animal Ethics Committee (AEC). Users are advised to check legislative requirements for their jurisdiction.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Verify procedures and sample requirements according to legislative and ethical requirements
Confirm sample methods
Calculate dose rates for species and individual animals
Prepare and position required equipment
Plan procedures to ensure appropriate hygiene or asepsis is achieved and prevent cross-contamination of animals and equipment
Select animals to meet project requirements
Handle and restrain animals according to organisational procedures
Move animals to testing area and prepare for procedure using techniques to minimise stress and discomfort
Manage work practices to ensure animals are kept in preparation and procedure areas for minimal time
Confirm approved substances and dose rates are appropriate for species and individual animals
Confirm method of administration of substances
Identify and evaluate risks associated with preparation and administration of substances; practise emergency procedures and implement as required
Administer substances to animals according to organisational procedures
Monitor animals for adverse reactions
Confirm sampling techniques and sample collection volumes are appropriate for individual animals
Identify and evaluate hazards in collection process, and practise emergency procedures and respond to emergencies as required
Collect, process, package and store body fluid and tissue samples using appropriate techniques
Check samples for suitability and prepare and package according to laboratory and project protocols
Return animals to housing, and monitor and respond according to organisational procedures, laboratory schedule and project protocol
Update and store animal and project records in the organisational management system
Clean procedures area and equipment and dispose of waste according to laboratory protocols and industry standards

Assessment Cover Sheet

ACMATE403 - Conduct non-surgical procedures on animals

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