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

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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.

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
Review site plan, sampling and testing locations and history of sampling and testing
Confirm sampling locations, numbers and types of samples, and timing and frequency of sampling from workplace or client sampling plan
Check that sampling and testing procedures are in accordance with client or workplace requirements and relevant standards and guidelines
Identify site and sampling and testing hazards and review workplace safety procedures
Liaise with relevant personnel to arrange site access and obtain clearances and permits
Select sampling equipment and conditions to achieve representative samples and to preserve sample integrity during collection, storage and transit
Select field test equipment and instruments and check operation and calibration in accordance with procedures and manufacturer instructions
Assemble and check all sampling equipment, field test equipment, materials, containers and safety equipment and stow for safe transport
Arrange suitable transport to, from and around site
Locate sampling points and any services at the site
Work effectively with other site personnel during drilling and excavation operations to collect and log reliable samples
Conduct representative sampling in accordance with sampling plan and defined procedures for field and laboratory testing
Record information and label samples in accordance with traceability requirements
Record environment and any conditions or atypical observations made during sampling that may impact sample representativeness or integrity
Transport samples back to base according to workplace procedures and codes
Prepare sub-samples and back-up sub-samples that are representative of the source
Label sub-samples to ensure traceability and store in accordance with workplace procedures
Follow defined preparation and safety procedures to limit hazards and contamination to samples, self, work area and environment
Distribute sub-samples to required destinations for testing, maintaining sample integrity, traceability and chain of custody requirements
Obtain sample or sub-sample for designated field test
Check that equipment, instruments and reagents are fit for purpose
Set up and calibrate instruments to ensure safe operation and valid results
Operate equipment and instruments in accordance with test method requirements
Perform tests, procedures and observations in accordance with specified methods
Record field observations and results and ensure that they are accurately transferred to workplace information management system
Obtain sample or sub-sample for designated laboratory test
Check that equipment, instruments and reagents are fit for purpose
Set up and calibrate instruments to ensure safe operation and valid results
Operate equipment and instruments in accordance with test method requirements
Perform tests and procedures on samples, blanks and standards in accordance with specified methods
Record test data noting atypical observations
Process the data for samples, standards and blanks in accordance with workplace procedures
Enter approved information into workplace information management system
Interpret results in relation to legislative and client requirements
Compare data with required, established and desired parameters to establish suitability for purpose
Determine and document any need for remedial action and report to client
Rehabilitate sampling site to render it safe and to minimise environmental impact
Clean all equipment, instruments, containers, work area and vehicles according to workplace procedures
Check serviceability of all equipment and instruments before storage
Use defined safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of others
Minimise the generation of wastes and environment impacts according to procedures
Ensure the safe collection of all hazardous wastes for disposal

Assessment Cover Sheet

MSS025035 - Perform sampling and testing of soils

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Assessment Record Sheet

MSS025035 - Perform sampling and testing of soils

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