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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Interpret and schedule test requirements
   • Review test request to identify samples to be tested, test method and equipment/instruments involved
2. Identify hazards and workplace control measures associated with the sample, preparation/test methods and equipment
3. Plan work sequences to optimise throughput of multiple samples
4. Receive and prepare samples
   • Log samples using standard operating procedures (SOPs)
5. Record sample description, compare with specification and note and report discrepancies
6. Prepare samples and standards in accordance with physical and mechanical testing requirements
7. Ensure traceability of samples from receipt to reporting of results
8. Check equipment before use
   • Set up equipment/instruments in accordance with test method requirements
9. Perform pre-use and safety checks in accordance with relevant workplace and operating procedures
10. Identify faulty or unsafe components and equipment and report to appropriate personnel
11. Check equipment calibration using specified procedures
12. Quarantine out-of-calibration equipment/instruments
13. Test samples to determine physical properties
    • Operate equipment/instruments in accordance with test method requirements
14. Perform tests/procedures on all samples and standards in accordance with specified methods
15. Shut down equipment/instruments in accordance with operating procedures
16. Process and interpret data
    • Record test data noting atypical observations
17. Ensure calculated values are consistent with expectations
18. Estimate and document uncertainty of measurement in accordance with workplace procedures
19. Record and report results in accordance with workplace procedures
20. Interpret trends in data and/or results and report out-of-specification or atypical results promptly to appropriate personnel
21. Determine if obvious procedure or equipment problems have led to atypical data or results
22. Maintain a safe work environment
    • Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel
23. Minimise the generation of wastes and environmental impacts
24. Ensure the safe collection of laboratory and hazardous waste for subsequent disposal
25. Care for and store equipment and materials as required
26. Maintain laboratory records
    • Enter approved data into laboratory information management system (LIMS)
27. Maintain confidentiality and security of workplace information and laboratory data
28. Maintain equipment and calibration logs in accordance with workplace procedures