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?
Perform analysis
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Perform laboratory examination in accordance with validated technique or method on standards, validation checks and samples Completed |
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Conduct sufficient testing to obtain reliable data Completed |
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Perform tests according to workplace requirements for timeframe and cost Completed |
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Troubleshoot technique or method problems which have led to atypical data or results Completed |
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Establish client needs and schedule analysis
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Obtain evidential material/samples following accepted chain of custody procedures Completed |
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Record sample description, compare with specification and record and report discrepancies |
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Evaluate samples and select appropriate laboratory procedure from accepted standard forensic techniques and validated scientific methods |
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Identify the possible need to modify workplace techniques or methods, for example, to ensure recovery of sample materials |
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Seek advice from supervisor about any proposed variations and document all approved changes according to workplace quality system and judicial requirements |
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Schedule analysis using workplace procedures |
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Prepare samples and standards
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Obtain a representative analytical portion of the sample Completed |
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Prepare sample in accordance with testing requirements |
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Prepare validation checks and/or calibration standards for analytical portions
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Perform laboratory examination in accordance with validated technique or method on standards, validation checks and samples Completed |
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Conduct sufficient testing to obtain reliable data |
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Perform tests according to workplace requirements for timeframe and cost |
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Completed |
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Troubleshoot technique or method problems which have led to atypical data or results |
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Process and analyse data
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Confirm data is the result of valid measurements Completed |
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Perform any required calculations and ensure results are consistent with standards or estimations and expectations |
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Record results with the appropriate accuracy, precision, uncertainty and units |
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Draw conclusions from examination of results according to accepted forensic practices and documented requirements |
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Review laboratory methodology and test results |
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Maintain a safe work environment
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Identify risks, hazards, safety equipment and control measures associated with sample handling, preparation and analytical method Completed |
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Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety procedures specified for test method and materials to be tested |
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Minimise the generation of waste and environmental impacts |
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Safely dispose of laboratory waste |
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Clean, care for and store equipment and consumables in accordance with workplace procedures |
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Maintain laboratory records and report results
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Enter approved data and results into laboratory information management system (LIMS) according to workplace quality system and judicial requirements Completed |
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Maintain equipment logs in accordance with workplace procedures |
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Maintain security, integrity and traceability of samples and documentation |
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Prepare reports for presentation of evidence and communicate results to appropriate personnel |
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