Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan for collection
- Sampling schedule is read/heard and confirmed with manager.
- Sampling site location is confirmed and approval obtained for site access following enterprise and legislative guidelines.
- Samples to be collected and preserved are identified by supervisory staff.
- Equipment requirements for biological sampling and preserving are determined and arranged.
- Range of likely operating conditions, hazards and difficult/sensitive environments are assessed for impact on sampling and testing.
- Prepare equipment and resources
- Equipment required for sampling and preserving is sourced according to sampling procedures.
- Equipment is checked for availability and serviceability in accordance with enterprise procedures.
- Data or record sheets/books are collected for use.
- Equipment, data sheets and personnel are moved to sampling sites without injury or damage and readied for use.
- Carry out biological sampling and preserving procedures
- Samples are collected in accordance with sampling plan and enterprise procedures and industry protocols/guidelines.
- Samples are preserved and recorded in accordance with sampling standards and guidelines.
- Samples for external analysis are prepared, packaged and sent to laboratory in accordance with sampling schedule and laboratory standards.
- Specific and general observations including information on relevant ambient and antecedent environmental conditions are made in accordance with monitoring schedule.
- Equipment operation and work practices conform to occupational health and safety requirements.
- Collection outcomes including presentation of samples are reported and delivered in accordance to enterprise guidelines.
- Complete collection of biological sampling activities
- Equipment and clothing is cleaned, sanitised, repaired and stored in accordance with enterprise procedures.
- Damaged or malfunctioning equipment is repaired on site sampling results and observations are accurately recorded on data sheets and forwarded in accordance with enterprise procedures.
- Changes in field conditions and equipment are conveyed to supervisor according to enterprise procedures.