The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!
From the Wiki University
What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?
Interpret and schedule test requirements
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Review test request to identify samples to be tested, test method and equipment/instruments involved Completed |
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Identify hazards and workplace control measures associated with the sample, preparation methods, reagents and/or equipment Completed |
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Receive and handle samples
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Log and label samples according to workplace procedures Completed |
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Record sample description, compare with specification and note and report discrepancies Completed |
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Store samples in accordance with workplace and test method requirements Completed |
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Maintain chain of custody, traceable to the worker, for all samples Completed |
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Prepare equipment and reagents
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Set up equipment/instrumentation in accordance with test method requirements and perform pre-use and safety checks Completed |
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Select and collect reagents in accordance with test method requirements Completed |
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Prepare and label reagents in accordance with test method requirements Completed |
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Extract, verify and manipulate biomolecules
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Produce/extract biomolecules from samples using appropriate isolation methods Completed |
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Prevent contamination of samples by unwanted biomolecules Completed |
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Recognise the presence of common inhibitors of biomolecular reactions and take corrective action Completed |
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Quantify and qualify biomolecular yields from purified extractions Completed |
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Use appropriate techniques to prepare and test a range of biomolecular samples Completed |
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Use controls and reference standards to confirm the integrity of biomolecular sample preparation and procedures Completed |
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Process data
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Record test data noting atypical observations Completed |
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Ensure results are consistent with reference standards and expectations Completed |
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Record and report results in accordance with test methods Completed |
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Interpret trends in data and/or results and report out-of-specification or atypical results promptly to appropriate personnel Completed |
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Troubleshoot basic procedure, reagent or equipment problems which have led to atypical data or results Completed |
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Maintain a safe work environment
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Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel Completed |
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Minimise the generation of waste Completed |
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Ensure the safe disposal of waste, including hazardous waste and tested samples Completed |
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Clean, care for and store equipment and reagents Completed |
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Report and communicate results
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Record approved data into workplace system Completed |
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Keep accurate, traceable work records to protect the workplace's intellectual property (IP) rights Completed |
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Maintain confidentiality and security of workplace information and laboratory data Completed |
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Maintain equipment logs in accordance with workplace procedures Completed |
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