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

Workplace WHS Infection Control and Waste Management policy and procedures

Infection risks associated with common bacteria and viruses found in the workplace

Job specification and special needs

Relevant WHSPublic Health Infection Control Codes of Practice for application in the work site

The main differences between bacteria and viruses

Universal and additional infection control precautions

Waste identification sorting and isolation techniques

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Identify potential and actual sources of contamination in the workplace

Select and apply an appropriate control measure to the source of contamination

Apply universal and additional infection control precautions

Select and use an appropriate cleaning protocol including methods of breaking down bulk chemicals to apply to the contaminated site and surrounding areas

Identify and report safety risks associated with cleaning requirements of the work site

Clean andor disinfect cleaning equipment between jobs

Seek and obtain additional information on potential and actual biological hazards in the work site

Identify and apply effective actions to prevent crosscontamination of work sites work surfaces and materials

Identify clients reasons and requirements for cleaning the location

Accurately interpret the purpose and use of written notices warning symbols colourcoding systems personal protective equipment and Codes of Practice relative to the room condition

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

Application of WHS hierarchies of control

Apply cleaning protocols

Explain and use warning symbols

Apply disinfection procedures

Communication and problem solving

Safe and correct procedures for use of cleaning chemicals and equipment

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

Use literacy and numeracy skills as required to fulfil work roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation including the ability to

recognise and decipher hazard signs and symbols associated with chemical biological waste and radioactive agents

read and use relevant warning signs labels and special cleaning instructions

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

This unit will be most appropriately assessed under the normal range of workplace conditions

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

Method of assessment may include

Observation of work activities

Written tasks

Interviewsquestioning

Resource implications

Access to

a suitable venue

assessment instruments record books personal planners

cleaning equipment and materials including detergents antibacterial and antiviral agents and relevant filters

codes of practice and organisational policyprocedures on infection control universal and additional precautions and contaminated waste disposal

enterprise and client WHS and cleaning policies and procedures if relevant

infection control policy and procedures

job specifications and procedure manuals if relevant

manufacturers equipment use and maintenance specifications

material safety data sheets

policy and procedure manuals

safety equipment such as caution signs protective equipment masks gloves etc

syringe sharp containers and disposal unit

syringes

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 andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Cleaning types may be:

Environments may be:

Equipment may include:

All equipment and materials are either:

Rapid flushing materials include:

Chemicals in use are usually:

Risks and hazards may include:

Documentation may include:

Coding systems may include:

Waste disposal and separation is to be:

Waste types include:

Procedure adjustments may follow from:

Maintenance of the standard set for cleaning should:

Problems in achieving cleaning standards should:

Manufacturers' specifications and safety data are

Personal protective equipment may include: