This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

Required Skills

reading and interpreting a range of information including legislation codes of practice standards and policies relevant to the job role

inspecting specified premises

identifying hazards at specified premises

taking appropriate samples

handling and storing samples including chain of custody of evidence requirements and transport to councils analyst

analysing samples on site

communicating and liaising with professional practitioners

demonstrating clear open communication and consultation with the community and stakeholders and managing stakeholder relationships using a range of communication techniques to assess their needs and expectations

achieving effective working relationships that demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds

problem solving and conflict management

monitoring own work and adjusting to meet agreed standards and expectations

engaging in activities that promote own ongoing learning requirements which may include maintaining current knowledge of legislation and common law

using technology relevant to the jobrole which may include the use of computers and other relevant office technology

promoting services to the public

record keeping

Required Knowledge

relevant epidemiology microbiology and chemistry pertinent to transmission and control of infectious and communicable diseases associated with specified premises

education and training programs relevant to proprietors of specified premises

relevant personal hygiene practices and procedures

compliance legislation for specified premises including codes of practice and procedures

potential hazards and control mechanisms in specified premises including identification of probable sources and relevant environmental health requirements such as

premises equipment maintenance

personal hygiene

signage

sterilisation procedures

pest control

council policies and procedures

effective communication negotiation and conflict management methods

written reports and administration

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Overview of assessment requirements

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the elements to the required performance level detailed in the performance criteria The units skill and knowledge requirements must also be demonstrated For example knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit are also required to be demonstrated

Critical aspects of evidence to be considered

The demonstrated ability to

check registration applications inspect premises and issue certificates according to council policy

inspect premises where there is the risk of infectious disease according to council policy

collect samples according to specified programs and schedules

undertake onsite analysis safely as required

interpret analysis results and prepare reports according to council policy

explain reports and required actions clearly to proprietors of premises

Context of assessment

On the job or in a simulated work environment

Method of assessment

The following assessment methods are suggested

observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies

written and oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding

completion of workplace documentation

thirdparty reports from experienced practitioners

completion of selfpaced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer coach or supervisor

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

Competency must be demonstrated in all elements across a range of variables relevant to councils size location and strategic plan

Resource implications

Access to a workplace or simulated case study that provides the following resources

inspection process of premises

information management systems

copies of relevant legislation

standards and codes of practice

council procedures and guidelines

Specified premises may include:

Relevant legislation and codes of practice and council requirements may include:

Sampling programs may include:

On-site analysis may include:

Required actions may include: