Application
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to perform tests for factory control. These tests are typically complex and/or non-routine and require interpretation of results within broad guidelines.
The unit applies to individuals working in the sugar industry who are required to perform factory control tests and record data in a sugar mill.
All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to state/territory health and safety regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements 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 for testing | 1.1 Identify testing requirements and methods according to workplace requirements 1.2 Select, fit and use personal protective equipment according to workplace procedures 1.3 Manage calibration of test equipment according to operating procedures 1.4 Prepare standard graphs according to workplace procedures 1.5 Prepare and label test chemicals and reagents according to workplace procedures 1.6 Prepare samples as required by test method 1.7 Conduct and record pre-test checks according to workplace procedures |
2. Conduct test | 2.1 Perform test according to test method and test schedule 2.2 Identify and report atypical test results 2.3 Record and communicate test results according to recordkeeping requirements 2.4 Follow procedures to repeat or validate results 2.5 Clean, care for and store equipment according to workplace procedures 2.6 Dispose of waste materials according to workplace procedures |
3. Record test data in laboratory information system | 3.1 Enter results into laboratory information systems according to workplace procedures 3.2 Correct data entry errors as required 3.3 Store and retrieve data in the laboratory information system according to workplace procedures 3.4 Produce standard and non-standard reports from laboratory information system |
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 |
Numeracy | Calculate and confirm calibration of equipment Review and validate numerical test data and results Produce graphical information |
Navigate the world of work | Apply workplace procedures relevant to own role Understand own role and associated responsibilities |
Get the work done | Complete tasks in logical order Use workplace digital system to record and store data Organise and filter system information to produce required reports |
Sectors
Sugar milling (SUG)