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.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Recognise documentation needs/deficiencies | 1.1 | Evaluate current documentation to identify instances where documentation is needed or deficient |
| 1.2 | Analyse development opportunities and discuss with appropriate personnel to assess and confirm requirements |
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2 | Develop/revise documentation | 2.1 | Specify documentation need and set/prioritise objectives |
| 2.2 | Analyse existing documentation/records in accordance with specified requirements |
| 2.3 | Develop/amend documentation as a draft in accordance with review requirements |
| 2.4 | Issue documentation to appropriate personnel for review |
| 2.5 | Edit documentation to ensure that the initial identified need/deficiency and review requirements are satisfied |
| 2.6 | Recall superseded documentation and issue new documentation in accordance with document control procedures |
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3 | Implement and evaluate new laboratory documentation | 3.1 | Brief personnel on new/revised documentation to ensure successful implementation of new procedures |
| 3.2 | Monitor and evaluate implementation of new/revised documentation and amend documents or provide training, if required |
Evidence of competence in this unit must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include demonstration of:
recognising problems in workplace documentation and systems
analysing, developing and maintaining workplace documentation and systems in response to identified information requirements or changes in laboratory policy or external accreditation requirements
developing and amending workplace documents and systems using established workplace procedures
producing documentation that is accurate and meets specifications, free from editorial errors and omissions, and understood by others
using internal and external information sources efficiently
critically analysing information
obtaining and incorporating relevant feedback on draft documentation
communicating information and developments effectively
completing the preparation and distribution of documentation in the given timeframe.
Must provide evidence that demonstrates knowledge of:
the laboratory's business goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), organisational structure, delegations and responsibilities
how work health and safety (WHS), environmental, registration/accreditation and other legislative requirements, regulations and codes govern laboratory documentation
standard operating procedures (SOPs) relevant to the laboratory’s operations and scope of testing
scientific, technical and workplace terminology; and technical developments in the sector (such as current methodologies, ranges and interpretations)
workplace procedures for developing/amending and tracking documentation; records management and maintenance
workplace communication protocols and reporting.
Judgement of competence must be based on holistic assessment of the evidence. Assessment methods must confirm consistency of performance over time, rather than a single assessment event.
This unit of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment. A simulated workplace environment must reflect realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including the environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept in each case).
This unit of competency may be assessed with:
MSL916004 Maintain registration and statutory or legal compliance in work or functional area
MSL936001 Maintain quality system and continuous improvement processes within work or functional area
MSL946001 Implement and monitor WHS and environmental management systems
Holistic assessment methods include:
examination of workplace documentation amended and developed by the candidate
feedback from peers and supervisors that documentation developed by the candidate is accurate and user friendly and that workplace procedures were followed.
Access is required to instruments, equipment, materials, workplace documentation, procedures and specifications associated with this unit, including, but not limited to:
information directories and databases
workplace documents and procedures.
Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.
The assessor must demonstrate both technical competency and currency.
Technical competence can be demonstrated through:
relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment AND/OR
relevant workplace experience.
Currency can be demonstrated through:
performing the competency being assessed as part of current employment OR
having consulted with a laboratory about performing the competency being assessed within the last twelve months.