Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare solutions

1.1

Select appropriate procedure for solution preparation

1.2

Select equipment, materials and solvent of specified purity

1.3

Measure appropriate quantities of reagents for solution preparation and record data

1.4

Select and assemble specified laboratory equipment and appropriate grade of glassware

1.5

Perform specified dilutions

1.6

Prepare solutions to achieve homogeneous mix of the specified concentration

1.7

Label and store solutions to maintain identity and stability

2

Standardise and use volumetric solutions

2.1

Assemble appropriate laboratory equipment

2.2

Perform serial dilutions as required

2.3

Standardise the solution to the required specified range and precision

2.4

Label and store solutions to maintain identity and stability

2.5

Use standard volumetric solutions to determine concentration of unknown solutions

3

Calculate and record data

3.1

Calculate specified concentrations

3.2

Use authorised procedure if data is to be modified

3.3

Estimate and document uncertainty of measurement in accordance with workplace procedures

3.4

Record all relevant details according to laboratory procedures and report results

3.5

Report concentration with appropriate units

4

Monitor the quality of laboratory solutions

4.1

Check solutions for visual deterioration and expiry date

4.2

Record details and label solutions according to laboratory procedures

5

Maintain a safe work environment

5.1

Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel

5.2

Clean up spills using appropriate techniques to protect personnel, work area and environment

5.3

Minimise generation of waste and environmental impacts

5.4

Ensure the safe collection of laboratory and hazardous waste for subsequent disposal

5.5

Store equipment and reagents as required