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

MSL973022 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency MSL973022 - Conduct laboratory-based acceptance tests for construction materials
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to conduct laboratory tests to confirm the acceptability of raw and/or manufactured construction materials. Personnel will have access to established test methods, workplace procedures and readily available advice. They are expected to obtain reliable test results safely and efficiently. In general, these personnel do not calibrate equipment and make only limited adjustments to the controls. The unit of competency does not cover interpretation or analysis of results or troubleshooting equipment problems.This unit of competency applies to laboratory personnel working in the geotechnical and construction material testing industry sectors who conduct control and compliance tests in consulting laboratories or laboratories at extractive, manufacturing or construction sites using established test methods. These tests could involve aggregates, concrete, soils, road pavement or other specialised construction materials and products.The unit of competency could also be relevant to laboratory technicians working in the water/wastewater and trade waste industry sectors.No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. However, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements for laboratory operations exist, so local requirements should be checked. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Testing
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
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Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for laboratory-based acceptance tests
  • Access relevant job instructions from laboratory information management system (LIMS)
       
Element: Interpret test request to confirm samples to be tested, the test method and equipment involved
       
Element: Identify hazards and workplace controls associated with the sample, preparation methods, reagents and/or equipment
       
Element: Assemble all required equipment and materials
       
Element: Plan work sequences for optimum efficiency and/or throughput of multiple samples
       
Element: Prepare samples or test pieces
  • Retrieve samples and/or test pieces from storage and record their general appearance
       
Element: Check the accuracy and completeness of accompanying labels and documentation to ensure traceability
       
Element: Check that the storage/curing conditions of samples and/or test pieces were appropriate
       
Element: Compare samples and/or test pieces with test specifications, record observations and report discrepancies
       
Element: Prepare samples and/or test pieces in accordance with appropriate test method
       
Element: Check test equipment before use
  • Set up equipment in accordance with test method
       
Element: Perform pre-use and safety checks in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Identify faulty or unsafe equipment and report to appropriate personnel
       
Element: Check calibration status of instruments and report any out-of-calibration items to appropriate personnel
       
Element: Perform laboratory tests
  • Conduct tests in accordance with test method and workplace procedures
       
Element: Record data and observations in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Recognise obvious errors or atypical data and take appropriate corrective actions
       
Element: Perform calculations as set out in test method
       
Element: Compare calculated results with expected values and report atypical results promptly to appropriate personnel
       
Element: Complete technical/administrative records and test reports in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Seek advice to deal with any situation beyond own technical competence
       
Element: Maintain a safe work environment
  • Use safe work procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others
       
Element: Minimise generation of waste and environmental impacts of testing
       
Element: Collect and/or dispose of all waste in accordance with environmental/quarantine requirements and workplace procedures
       
Element: Care for and store equipment, used test pieces and back-up samples in accordance with workplace procedures
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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
Access relevant job instructions from laboratory information management system (LIMS) 
 
 
 
 
Retrieve samples and/or test pieces from storage and record their general appearance 
 
 
 
 
Set up equipment in accordance with test method 
 
 
 
Conduct tests in accordance with test method and workplace procedures 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Use safe work procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others 
 
 
 

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