This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge to perform straightforward histological procedures involving processing and sectioning (by hand or rotary microtome) of plant and/or animal tissues in paraffin wax.

This unit of competency applies to laboratory assistants working in biomedical, biotechnology, environmental and education sectors. Personnel will work under direct supervision and have ready access to workplace procedures.

No licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication. However, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements for laboratory operations exist, so local requirements should be checked. Relevant legislation, industry standards and codes of practice within Australia must also be applied.

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Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Perform pre-use checks to ensure processor is fit for purpose
Select program and reagents for processing
Inspect processor reagents for deterioration and adequate volume, and report any items requiring replacement
Check processor for errors that occurred during processing sequence
Check that volume of wax is sufficient for uninterrupted embedding of processor load
Check that temperature of wax is suitable for embedding process
Embed tissue in correct orientation
Apply procedures to prevent cross-contamination between tissues
Inspect blocks, reject and re-embed items that do not meet quality control standards
Select reagents specified in the method
Stain sections according to the method
Examine sections microscopically to ensure expected staining outcomes have been achieved
Mount sections to ensure long-term preservation
Attach permanent labels giving specimen details according to workplace traceability requirements
Check that volume of wax is sufficient for uninterrupted embedding of processor load
Label required number of microscope slides in accordance with workplace traceability requirements
Select reagents specified in the method
Ensure personal safety and minimise cross-contamination through the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

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