Carry out complex scientific or technical sampling operations
Overview
This standard covers the competences you need to carry
out complex scientific or technical sampling operations in a
science related work activity in accordance with approved
procedures and practices.
You will be required to demonstrate that you can prepare
and carry out the required scientific or technical sampling in
accordance with the relevant workplace procedures.
The activity is likely to be undertaken by someone in a
science related work setting, including individuals working
in hospitals, scientific laboratories, schools and universities.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
P1 ensure that your work is carried out in accordance with
workplace procedures
P2 use safe practices and the appropriate personal
protection equipment (PPE) when performing scientific or
technical activities
P3 identify conditions for the scientific or technical sampling
to be done
P4 establish the requirements for the sampling to be done
P5 identify hazards and assess risks against sampling
requirements
P6 select the appropriate sampling methods from
procedures for the sampling requirements
P7 prepare the resources needed for the sampling
operations
P8 carry out the required sampling in accordance with the
procedures
P9 label, package and store collected samples in
accordance with the procedures
P10 communicate the required information about the work
done, in accordance with departmental and organisational
procedures
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
K1 the health and safety requirements of the area in which
you are carrying out the scientific or technical activities
K2 the implications of not taking account of legislation,
regulations, standards and guidelines when conducting
scientific or technical activities
K3 the scientific or technical techniques and processes you
must use correctly in the workplace
K4 the importance of wearing protective clothing, gloves
and eye protection for scientific or technical activities
K5 the importance of correct identification, and any unique
workplace coding system
K6 the organisational requirements for maintaining the
security of the workplace
K7 the lines of communication and responsibilities in your
department, and their links with the rest of the organisation
K8 the limits of your own authority and to whom you should
report if you have problems that you cannot resolve
K9 why it is important to follow safe operating procedures
when using equipment and/or materials
K10 the principles and procedures for sampling
K11 the purposes of sampling, and the specific use to
which the sample results are to be put
K12 the hazards/difficulties associated with complex
sampling
K13 the relevant sampling methods that can be used to
achieve the purpose of sampling
K14 the range of methods used to collect samples
K15 how to identify defective sampling equipment and the
appropriate action to take
K16 the methods that can be used for controlling sample
variables
K17 the range of equipment available for sampling, and
how to choose the most appropriate equipment
K18 the potential impact of the sample on health, safety
and the environment
K19 the range of methods used for labelling, packaging,
handling, storage of samples
K20 the sample records database and tracking system
K21 the types of handling and sorting system used, and the
procedures and practices used for transferring samples
within the workplace
K22 the document control and reporting procedures that
should be used
K23 the reasons why effective communication is important,
and the methods used for communicating effectively
Scope/range
- carry out sampling operations that have two of the
following complex components:
1.1 multi stage sampling operations
1.2 very cold/hot sample temperatures involved
1.3 multitasking sampling
1.4 noisy/vibrating/turbulent elements involved
1.5 multi-parameter or control factors
1.6 involves substances hazardous to health
1.7 environmentally sensitive outcomes
1.8 high level of skill/experience needed
1.9 spontaneity/suddenness of sample event
1.10 complex sample components - identify conditions for sample that include two of the
following:
2.1 sample environment
2.2 time recording system
2.3 sample criteria
2.4 cleanliness
2.5 safety factors
2.6 external influence that can variations - prepare all of the following resources for sampling
operations:
3.1 consumables
3.2 sample equipment/instruments
3.3 utilities/facilities - record and communicate details of work done, to the
appropriate people, using:
4.1 verbal report plus one method from the following:
4.2 written or typed report
4.3 computer-based record
4.4 specific workplace documentation
4.5 electronic mail