Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to Consistently design and manufacture a range of removable orthodontic appliances in accordance with prescription Consistently trim, polish, finish and evaluate removable orthodontic appliances for suitability for insertion in the mouth 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 dental technician's specific 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 Select materials and techniques to manufacture removable orthodontic appliances Use appropriate practices to ensure 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 putting into practice clean techniques consistently using personal protective equipment consistently limiting contamination consistently maintaining clean receiving and work areas Use literacy skills to read and follow directions, policies and procedures including: work health and safety (WHS) policies and procedures infection control policies and procedures material safety data sheets laboratory policies and procedures |