Assessor Resource

HLTHY401C
Prepare multi-place hyperbaric chamber

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Work will be performed within a prescribed range of functions involving routine and non-routine methods and procedures which require the exercise of some discretion and judgement

Compliance with industry standards and guidelines

All activities are carried out in accordance with organisation policies, procedures and infection control guidelines

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare a multi-place hyperbaric chamber for safe operation

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not Applicable


Employability Skills

This unit contains Employability Skills




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:

The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills

Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible

Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the workplace

Context of and specific resources for assessment:

Evidence of compliance with industry standards and guidelines

Relevant organisation policy, guidelines, procedures and protocols

Method of assessment:

Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting (laboratory). If successful, a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision

Observation of work activities when preparing a multi-place hyperbaric chamber

Observation of simulation and/or role play when preparing a multi-place hyperbaric chamber

Discussion of physical and/or behavioural contingency scenarios involving duty of care

Authenticated transcripts of relevant education/training courses

Recognition of relevant life/work experience

Questioning, written assessments/projects, e-learning can be used to assess knowledge

Authenticated reports of experience in preparing multi-place hyperbaric chamber (Documentation associated with performance reviews, supervisor/co-ordinator evaluations of work performance)

Training records associated with First Aid, OH Safety training, Orientation/Induction Training, Safe Manual Handing, Universal infection control procedures

Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice

Access and equity considerations:

All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work

All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment

In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Related units:

This unit should be assessed in conjunction with the following units:

HLTHY402C Operate multi-place hyperbaric chamber

HLTHY403C Conduct post compression routines

HLTHY404C Implement emergency procedures for hyperbaric chambers

This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other health services units of competency is encouraged


Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Essential knowledge:

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required 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 knowledge of:

Contraindications for attendants and clients undergoing compression

Correct valve alignment on chamber and control panel, compressors and storage cylinders

Function of a compression chamber

Function of electrical and communication systems

Function of gas analysing systems

Function of valves and regulators

Key elements to prepare a compression chamber

Legal and regulatory requirements

Medical terminology related to clients who may be undergoing compression relevant to preparing a compression chamber for operation

Operational procedures relating to compression chambers

Pathophysiology and the interrelationship with compression and decompression relevant to operating a compression chamber

Relevance of operational test on all equipment

Safety procedures/actions in event of an emergency related to compression chambers

Systems diagrams

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

Comply with industry standards and guidelines

Comply with organisation policies and procedures including those of OHS and infection control

Safely prepare the hyperbaric chamber

Identify and respond correctly to contraindications for compression before compression commences

Identify the steps that must be taken to ensure that equipment is safe

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:

Apply confidentiality requirements in relation to client information

Communicate with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

Deal with conflict

Interpret gas systems diagrams

Operate all compression chamber systems

Operate the built in breathing system

Prepare a compression chamber safely

Solve problems including an ability to use available resources

Take into account opportunities to address waste minimisation, environmental responsibility and sustainable practice issues, including appropriate practices to ensure efficient use of resources

Use numeracy skills ranging from the ability to complete basic arithmetic calculations, recording stock levels and statistical information

Use oral communication skills required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation, including skills in:

asking questions

providing clear information

listening to and understanding workplace instructions

clarifying workplace instructions when necessary

effective verbal and non verbal communication with a range of internal and external persons

competence in English or a community language, depending on client group and organisation requirements

Use reading and writing skills required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation at a level of skill required for reading and documenting technical information and understanding complex policy and procedure manuals

Work with others and display empathy with clients and relatives

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Pre-compression checklist may include:

Inspect panel

Communications systems

Emergency systems

Environmental conditioning system

Flammable items may include:

Newspapers

Magazines

Dirt

Maintenance cloths

Non-cotton clothing

Plastics

Other non metal items

Gas analysers must include:

Oxygen

Carbon-dioxide

Auxiliary power may include:

Generator

Battery

Uninterrupted power supply

Alarm indicators may include:

Low pressure gas supply

High/low oxygen environment

High/low carbon dioxide environment

Power supply alarms

Fire

Fire deluge water levels/supply

Uninterrupted power supply

Correct gas may include:

Air

Oxygen

Gas mixtures eg helium/oxygen

Secondary gas supply may include:

Bulk storage

Secondary compressor

Equipment and materials must include:

Communications equipment for inside chamber

Multi-place hyperbaric chamber

Client monitoring equipment

Client ventilator

Intravenous infusion equipment

Client hoods/built in breathing system

Fire fighting equipment

First aid kit

Equipment and materials may include:

Seating and bedding for chamber

Treatment plan may include:

Treatment table i.e. dive treatment

Client treatment history eg previous treatments and response to these

Attendant surface intervals

Occupant requirements eg food

Attendants:

Inside nurse

Outside nurse

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Complete pre-compression checklist in accordance with organisation policies and procedures 
Check that the chamber compartment is clean and free from flammable items 
Check that the chamber components are in working order/serviceable 
Check that the chamber valve alignment is correct 
Ensure waste disposal system is in working order 
Complete user maintenance in accordance with organisation policies and procedures and maintenance schedule 
Ensure lighting to chamber is in working order 
Ensure gas analysers are operating 
Check that auxiliary power supply is available 
Ensure alarm indicators are switched on and in working order 
Ensure closed circuit TV systems are switched on and in working order 
Ensure communications systems are functioning correctly 
Check that primary treatment gas is available 
Ensure sufficient gas is available to complete treatment 
Ensure treatment gas is supplied to chamber 
Check to ensure secondary gas supplies are on-line 
Ensure air compressors are operational 
Ensure that equipment and materials selected are correct, cleaned and prepared 
Check that equipment and materials selected are in working order 
Identify and label faulty equipment 
Complete documentation in accordance with organisation policies and procedures 
Complete equipment repair in accordance with organisation policies and procedures and manufacturer's instructions 
Discuss treatment plan with attendance prior to the procedure 
Check that the attendant's qualifications and fitness to dive 
Ensure chamber occupants are wearing non-flammable clothing/items 

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