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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Perform calibration
   • Perform individual tests without variance according to the documented procedure to ensure repeatability of measurement
   • Confirm readings are the result of a valid measurement and record data as required (as-found or before adjustment)
   • Adjust device under test to bring readings within specification and record data (as-left or after adjustment) where required
   • Analyse resulting test data to detect trends or inconsistencies that would significantly affect the accuracy or validity of test results
   • Seek appropriate advice when interpretation of results is outside authorised scope of approval
2. Document results
   • Estimate and document uncertainty of measurement in accordance with workplace procedures, where required
   • Document compliance/non-compliance with test requirements and/or specifications
   • Record the results of each test/calibration accurately, unambiguously and objectively
   • Ensure confidentiality of workplace information in accordance with workplace procedures
3. Finalise calibration
   • Prepare and issue a final report on the job/item detailing testing carried out, traceability, statement of compliance and relevant information
   • Report any non-compliance and verify next course of action with supervisor
   • Attach calibration labels, equipment stickers, quality control tags and tamper resistant seals as required in accordance with workplace procedures
   • Store test equipment/measurement standards and results in accordance with workplace procedures
4. Prepare items for calibration
   • Select the authorised calibration procedure in accordance with workplace procedures
5. Identify hazards and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), safety equipment and procedures
6. Confirm all measuring equipment meets the laboratory's specification requirements and complies fully with the calibration procedure
7. Assemble and set up specified reference standards and associated equipment prior to testing
8. Verify performance of reference standards and measuring equipment prior to use and adjust or calibrate as necessary
9. Identify and minimise potential sources of measurement error
   • Perform individual tests without variance according to the documented procedure to ensure repeatability of measurement
10. Confirm readings are the result of a valid measurement and record data as required (as-found or before adjustment)
11. Adjust device under test to bring readings within specification and record data (as-left or after adjustment) where required
12. Analyse resulting test data to detect trends or inconsistencies that would significantly affect the accuracy or validity of test results
13. Seek appropriate advice when interpretation of results is outside authorised scope of approval
    • Estimate and document uncertainty of measurement in accordance with workplace procedures, where required
14. Document compliance/non-compliance with test requirements and/or specifications
15. Record the results of each test/calibration accurately, unambiguously and objectively
16. Ensure confidentiality of workplace information in accordance with workplace procedures
    • Prepare and issue a final report on the job/item detailing testing carried out, traceability, statement of compliance and relevant information
17. Report any non-compliance and verify next course of action with supervisor
18. Attach calibration labels, equipment stickers, quality control tags and tamper resistant seals as required in accordance with workplace procedures
19. Store test equipment/measurement standards and results in accordance with workplace procedures