Assessor Resource

HLTTH301D
Provide theatre support services

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Work will be performed within a prescribed range of functions, generally within a team environment, involving known routines and procedures

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 assist with the preparation and maintenance of the operating suite environment in readiness for a theatre case

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

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

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment:

Theatre clothing

Equipment

Infection control procedures

Workplace health and safety guidelines

Theatre policy and procedure guidelines

Other organisation policies and procedures

Duties statements and/or job descriptions

Method of assessment

Observation of work activities providing theatre support services

Observation of simulation and/or role play involving providing theatre support services

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

Written assignments/projects or questioning should be used to assess knowledge

Authenticated reports of experience in providing theatre support services (Documentation associated with performance reviews, supervisor/co-ordinator evaluations of work performance)

Training records associated with OH Safety training, Orientation/Induction Training, Safe Manual Handing, standard 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 can be assessed independently; however holistic assessment practice with other general health services units of competency is encouraged

Co-assessment may be considered with:

HLTTH302D Provide equipment support in an operating theatre environment

HLTTH303D Identify and move to maintain a sterile field

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:

Basic equipment care and maintenance

Basic understanding of theatre team responsibility in relation to the surgical count

Organisation procedures for preparation of a deceased client, who has died in the theatre environment

Relevant Australian hospital standards, regulations and guidelines

Relevant WHS legislation and infection control codes of practice, enterprise policies and procedures

Safety and environmental aspects related to workplace operation and manual handling, including workplace hazards

Theatre policy and procedures guidelines

Theatre protocols

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

Communicate effectively with theatre team

Complete all activities accurately and in a timely and safe manner

Comply with enterprise requirements, WHS legislation, infection control, manual handling procedures and relevant health regulations

Effectively coordinate required processes

Ensure work is completed systematically with attention to detail without damage to equipment or harm to client/personnel

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:

Carry out all work according to safe working guidelines

Prioritise workload

Set- up and check equipment as required

Solve problems including the ability to use available resources, assemble equipment

Take into account opportunities to address waste minimisation, environmental responsibility and sustainable practice issues

Undertake client positioning and client transfer procedures

Undertake specialist cleaning processes for theatre

Undertake the positioning and support requirements for client preparation procedures

Use literacy support available in the workplace which may range from having access to support or assistance from expert/mentor/supervisor, to having no communication supports available

Use numeracy skills include the ability to complete basic arithmetic calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and recording numbers

Use oral communication skills as 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

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

Use reading and writing skills as required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by organisation at a level of skill that may range from the ability to understand symbols used in WHS signs to reading and interpreting manufacturers' instructions for equipment, workplace safety pamphlets or procedure manuals to reading labels and handling chemicals such as cleaning fluids

Work with conscious and unconscious clients

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.

Theatre clothing may include:

Allocated theatre outfits

Boots

Dress shoes

Goggles

Lead aprons

Plastic aprons

Masks

Cleaning may include but is not limited to:

Floors in theatre

Lights and light fittings

Theatre tables

X-ray gowns

Walls

Theatre furniture

Theatre boots

Shelves

Equipment may include::

Lifting equipment

Transport trolleys

Theatre trolleys

Diathermy units

Orthopaedic frames

Plaster trolleys

Table attachments

Video tower equipment

Microscopes

Relevant staff may include:

Nursing staff

Doctors

Other theatre assistants and personnel

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
Select and wear appropriate theatre clothing in the operating theatre complex 
Clean all surfaces and equipment 
Liaise with relevant staff to confirm equipment requirements 
Check theatre list and maintain and designate re-stocked supplies as required in consultation with relevant staff 
Assemble equipment and check to ensure that it is complete, clean and correctly functioning 
Maintain a safe working area at all times and use correct manual handling techniques 
Transport and transfer client safely from bed/trolley to theatre table 
Provide assistance during the prepping stage of client 
Follow all instructions from relevant staff during theatre procedures 
Provide assistance to theatre team in client repositioning 
Transport blood, pathology specimens and other items necessary using standard precautions, to support the theatre team 
Remove, clean and store equipment correctly at conclusion of procedure 
Collect bed and other relevant equipment and transport client from theatre to recovery room 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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