Elements and Performance Criteria
- Receive, handle and store samples
- Samples are registered upon receipt in accordance with quality and workplace procedures.
- Labelling and history of sampling are checked in accordance with laboratory procedures.
- Sample information is recorded and cross-referenced with current or previous test data according to workplace requirements.
- Universal precautions and relevant legislative requirements are observed during the handling and storage of all samples.
- Samples requiring analysis by external laboratories are recorded and forwarded following workplace procedures.
- Unwanted samples are disposed of in accordance with workplace and hygiene standards.
- Prepare for sample collection
- Perform sample collection
- Gross samples are collected in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Sample integrity is preserved throughout all aspects of sampling.
- Samples are placed in suitable containers and labelled to clearly identify sample type, location, date and any other workplace-specific information.
- Samples are stored, preserved and transported in accordance with relevant regulations and laboratory procedures.
- Sampling equipment is maintained in clean, safe and sterile working order.
- Unusual or non-standard observations made during sampling are recognised and reported.
- Perform standard chemical or biological sample preparation (where applicable)