Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to Consistently prepare models from a range of impressions Consistently prepare model materials Consistently produce models suitable for the construction of dental prostheses or appliances Consistently comply with current infection control guidelines, Australian Standards and legislative requirements as they relate to the dental technician's specific job role Consistently comply with work health and safety (WHS) policies and procedures as they relate to the job role In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to: Consistently follow sequenced written instructions and manufacturer specifications for the preparation of materials Critically evaluate all work produced so as to consistently meet both the technical requirements of the laboratory and client requirements Select materials and procedures to prepare a range of impressions for pouring Take into account opportunities to address waste minimisation, environmental responsibility and sustainable practice issues, including efficient use of power and other resources Use safe work practices to minimise the risk of transmission of infection including: consistently following the procedure for washing and drying hands consistently limiting contamination consistently maintaining clean receiving and work areas consistently putting into practice clean techniques consistently using personal protective equipment Use literacy skills to read and follow directions, policies and procedures including: infection control policies and procedures laboratory policies and procedures material safety data sheets work health and safety (WHS) policies and procedures |