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

MSL976005 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Evaluate and select appropriate test methods and/or procedures

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MSL976005 - Evaluate and select appropriate test methods and/or procedures
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to evaluate and select test methods and/or procedures that are relevant to the current and evolving scope of the laboratory's operations. Selection of test methods and/or procedures may involve the appraisal of new and emerging technologies and may inform decision making about possible extension of the laboratory's scope. Alternatively, it may relate to existing testing requirements, 'one-off' tests, client's special requirements or new tests required to satisfy new legislative, accreditation, licensing or regulatory requirements.This unit applies to senior technical officers, technical specialists and laboratory supervisors working in all industry sectors. They are required to demonstrate wide ranging, highly specialised technical skills. They are expected to execute sound judgement in the selection of appropriate methodology under the broad guidance of scientists/medical staff/engineers. All operations must comply with relevant standards, appropriate procedures and/or workplace requirements.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
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Determine sample characteristics and testing requirements
  • Confirm drivers for evaluation and selection of test methods and/or procedures
       
Element: Examine sample documentation and/or consult with sample supplier to determine nature of samples
       
Element: Identify sample characteristics which may affect testing requirements
       
Element: Determine testing requirements and their compatibility with existing standard operating procedures (SOPs)
       
Element: Evaluate possible test methods and/or procedures
  • Identify appropriate standards, reference materials, test methods and/or procedures which may be applicable
       
Element: Assess suitability of available standards, reference materials, test methods and/or procedures against testing requirements
       
Element: Identify environmental and work health and safety (WHS) risks
       
Element: Identify the need for specific equipment, instrumentation and/or specialised facilities
       
Element: Estimate materials, personnel and possible training requirements
       
Element: Recommend appropriate test methods and/or procedures
  • Select appropriate test methodology consistent with testing requirements and resource availability
       
Element: Identify any changes to SOPs required prior to implementation of selected method and/or procedure
       
Element: Recommend selected method and/or procedure to appropriate personnel and seek authorisation to proceed
       
Element: Confirm and document selected methods and/or procedures
  • Obtain standards and/or reference materials for the method and/or procedure
       
Element: Conduct tests to verify the performance of the method and/or procedure, standards and reference materials
       
Element: Analyse the measurements and estimate uncertainties
       
Element: Determine if legal traceability is required and develop appropriate chain of custody procedures
       
Element: Document all safety, sample preparation, testing, data handling and reporting procedures
       
Element: Submit all documentation to appropriate personnel for review and approval
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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
Confirm drivers for evaluation and selection of test methods and/or procedures 
 
 
 
Identify appropriate standards, reference materials, test methods and/or procedures which may be applicable 
 
 
 
 
Select appropriate test methodology consistent with testing requirements and resource availability 
 
 
Obtain standards and/or reference materials for the method and/or procedure 
 
 
 
 
 

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