Assessor Resource
HLTAN506C
Provide advanced care and maintenance of anaesthetic equipment
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Work performed requires a broad knowledge, range of well developed skills and the ability to develop and apply solutions to a range of predictable and unpredictable problems. Individuals use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for their own outputs
Administration of anaesthesia may occur in various locations within the hospital environment e.g. operating theatres, emergency department, intensive care unit (ICU), radiology department
All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists Policy Documents, organisation policies, procedures and infection control guidelines
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to provide care and maintenance for anaesthetic and monitoring equipment
It includes provision of structured evaluation in conjunction with the anaesthetist, using agreed criteria and recommendations for anaesthetic equipment being considered for purchase
This unit also covers planned maintenance, orientating staff to equipment and evaluating equipment for purchase
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