Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

HLTAHA022 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare infant formulas

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency HLTAHA022 - Prepare infant formulas
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to make up infant formulas and educate parents and/or carers in preparation requirements.This unit applies to allied health assistants and work will be performed under the direction and supervision (direct, indirect or remote) of a dietitian. Individuals will take responsibility for their own outputs and may participate in work teams. A range of well developed skills and some discretion and judgement is required of workers.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

All aspects of the performance evidence must have been demonstrated using simulation prior to being demonstrated in the workplace under direction and supervision (direct, indirect, remote) as determined by the dietitian.

The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

recipes and equipment for the preparation of infant formulas

food safety standards and procedures

manufacturers’ manuals and recommendations for equipment

food safety program

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Elements define the essential outcomes
       
Element: Prepare infant formulas
  • Identify appropriate recipe to meet infant requirements
  • Seek clarification from dietitian or referral source
  • Check measuring equipment for accuracy
  • Make up formula strictly according to the precise measurement requirements of the recipe
  • Comply with infection control requirements according to organisation protocols
  • Deliver the formula to the appropriate location
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare infant formulas

1.1 Identify appropriate recipe to meet infant requirements

1.2 Seek clarification from dietitian or referral source

1.3 Check measuring equipment for accuracy

1.4 Make up formula strictly according to the precise measurement requirements of the recipe

1.5 Comply with infection control requirements according to organisation protocols

1.6 Deliver the formula to the appropriate location

2. Clean and store work area, materials and equipment

2.1 Clean all surfaces and equipment with appropriate products as per food safety program, and according to organisation protocols and manufacturers requirements

2.2 Demonstrate work health and safety procedures for chemicals

2.3 Check all equipment for proper operation and report any faults or conditions to the appropriate person

2.4 Maintain the imprest stock system required in the formula area

2.5 Store equipment and formulas according to food safety program, manufacturer’s requirements and organisation protocols

3. Educate client and/or carer in the preparation, use and storage of nutrition formulas

3.1 Determine a time for the education of parent and/or carer

3.2 Gather all materials and products required for education and discharge

3.3 Prepare recipe instructions and details in a manner and style that will be practical for the home and understood by the parent and/or carer

3.4 Guide parent and/or carer through the preparation, use and storage of infant formulas

3.5 Check to ensure that the parent and/or carer understands the requirements

3.6 Organise any necessary follow up arrangements or feedback to the referrer

4. Comply with supervisory requirements

4.1 Seek parent and/or carer feedback about the infant formula

4.2 Provide parent and/or carer feedback to the dietitian

4.3 Implement variations under the direction of the dietitian

5. Document client information

5.1 Use accepted protocols to report information in line with organisation requirements

5.2 Use appropriate terminology to document information

5.3 Maintain client records according to organisation requirements

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be evidence that the candidate has (under the direction of a dietitian):

made up 3 infant formulas according to prescribed recipe and using precise measurement as per referral, 1 in a simulated environment and 2 in the workplace

performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 120 hours of work

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

the importance of:

accurate formula preparation and need for the correct formula

aseptic conditions

different infant formulas and their use, including but not limited to:

elemental

semi-elemental

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organisation policy and procedures in relation to:

infection control and food safety program as they relate to assisting with meals, menus and dietary guidelines

other specific organisation policies or procedures, including supervisory and reporting protocols

legal and ethical considerations relevant to allied health:

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

work health and safety:

manual handling including identification and control of manual task risk factors

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Prepare infant formulas

1.1 Identify appropriate recipe to meet infant requirements

1.2 Seek clarification from dietitian or referral source

1.3 Check measuring equipment for accuracy

1.4 Make up formula strictly according to the precise measurement requirements of the recipe

1.5 Comply with infection control requirements according to organisation protocols

1.6 Deliver the formula to the appropriate location

2. Clean and store work area, materials and equipment

2.1 Clean all surfaces and equipment with appropriate products as per food safety program, and according to organisation protocols and manufacturers requirements

2.2 Demonstrate work health and safety procedures for chemicals

2.3 Check all equipment for proper operation and report any faults or conditions to the appropriate person

2.4 Maintain the imprest stock system required in the formula area

2.5 Store equipment and formulas according to food safety program, manufacturer’s requirements and organisation protocols

3. Educate client and/or carer in the preparation, use and storage of nutrition formulas

3.1 Determine a time for the education of parent and/or carer

3.2 Gather all materials and products required for education and discharge

3.3 Prepare recipe instructions and details in a manner and style that will be practical for the home and understood by the parent and/or carer

3.4 Guide parent and/or carer through the preparation, use and storage of infant formulas

3.5 Check to ensure that the parent and/or carer understands the requirements

3.6 Organise any necessary follow up arrangements or feedback to the referrer

4. Comply with supervisory requirements

4.1 Seek parent and/or carer feedback about the infant formula

4.2 Provide parent and/or carer feedback to the dietitian

4.3 Implement variations under the direction of the dietitian

5. Document client information

5.1 Use accepted protocols to report information in line with organisation requirements

5.2 Use appropriate terminology to document information

5.3 Maintain client records according to organisation requirements

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
Identify appropriate recipe to meet infant requirements 
Seek clarification from dietitian or referral source 
Check measuring equipment for accuracy 
Make up formula strictly according to the precise measurement requirements of the recipe 
Comply with infection control requirements according to organisation protocols 
Deliver the formula to the appropriate location 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

HLTAHA022 - Prepare infant formulas
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