Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a range of basic laboratory equipment to accurately measure, weigh, separate and filter substances.
The unit applies to those who work in food and wine production and processing environments and carry out routine tests in line with established test methods and clear workplace procedures.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, in accordance with State/Territory work health and safety, and food safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare basic laboratory equipment for use | 1.1 Identify and confirm job requirements 1.2 Select and fit personal protective equipment in accordance with manufacturers' specifications 1.3 Confirm availability of materials, services and equipment 1.4 Ensure laboratory equipment is clean, safe, calibrated and ready to use |
2. Use basic laboratory equipment and techniques | 2.1 Set up and operate equipment in accordance with workplace procedures 2.2 Use laboratory equipment to accurately weigh, measure, separate and filter 2.3 Read and interpret results accurately 2.4 Identify and address non-conforming results |
3. Complete equipment operation | 3.1 Collect, treat and dispose of or recycle waste generated in accordance with workplace waste management policies 3.2 Clean and sanitise equipment and work surfaces after use in accordance with workplace requirements 3.3 Complete records according to workplace requirements |
Foundation Skills
This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential for performance in this unit of competency but are not explicit in the performance criteria.
Skill | Description |
Reading | Interpret work instructions accurately |
Writing | Record workplace information using industry-specific vocabulary |
Numeracy | Accurately interpret readings from gauges and scales |
Sectors
Laboratory (LAB)