Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

HLTAN506D Mapping and Delivery Guide
Provide advanced care and maintenance of anaesthetic equipment

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency HLTAN506D - Provide advanced care and maintenance of anaesthetic equipment
Description This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to provide care and maintenance for anaesthetic and monitoring equipmentIt includes provision of structured evaluation in conjunction with the anaesthetist, using agreed criteria and recommendations for anaesthetic equipment being considered for purchaseThis unit also covers planned maintenance, orientating staff to equipment and evaluating equipment for purchase
Employability Skills This unit contains Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application Work performed requires a broad knowledge, range of well developed skills and the ability to develop and apply solutions to a range of predictable and unpredictable problems. Individuals use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for their own outputsAdministration of anaesthesia may occur in various locations within the hospital environment e.g. operating theatres, emergency department, intensive care unit (ICU), radiology departmentAll activities are carried out in accordance with relevant Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists Policy Documents, organisation policies, procedures and infection control guidelines
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not Applicable
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Conduct daily care and maintenance
  • Perform safety checks in accordance with organisation policies and procedures, manufacturer's guidelines and current standards
  • Ensure anaesthetic equipment is functioning correctly
  • Identify and correct anaesthetic equipment problems
  • Report hazardous, damaged or faulty equipment and arrange repairs
  • Clean anaesthetic equipment in accordance with organisation policies and procedures and manufacturer's recommendations
  • Disassemble and clean anaesthetic equipment accordance with organisation policies and procedures and manufacturer's recommendations
  • Dispose of disposable/single use items in accordance with waste management policies, manufacturer's recommendations and infection control policies
       
Element: Implement planned maintenance
  • Identify maintenance procedures and appropriate documentation
  • Maintain anaesthetic and monitoring equipment in accordance with organisation policies and procedures, relevant standards and manufacturer's guidelines
  • Complete regular servicing in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations
  • Complete documentation of maintenance
  • Review maintenance records and update in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
       
Element: Arrange required repairs of anaesthetic equipment
  • Identify anaesthetic equipment faults and label anaesthetic equipment
  • Complete documentation in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
  • Complete anaesthetic equipment repairs in accordance with organisation policies and procedures and manufacturer's instructions
       
Element: Orientate staff to anaesthetic and monitoring equipment
  • Provide instruction on anaesthetic equipment operation to staff as required
  • Provide in-service training on anaesthetic equipment operation as required
       
Element: Evaluate anaesthetic and monitoring equipment for purchase
  • Conduct evaluations of anaesthetic equipment being considered for trialling or purchase in consultation with the anaesthetist, where appropriate and using agreed criteria in accordance with organisation policies and procedures
  • Provide recommendations for purchase
  • Provide feedback to companies on products under development, as requested
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

Observation of workplace performance is essential for assessment of this unit

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

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 and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Context of and specific resources for assessment:

Resources essential for assessment include:

access to appropriate workplace where assessment can take place

simulation of realistic workplace setting for assessment

relevant organisation policy, guidelines, procedures and protocols

Method of assessment

Observation in the work place

Evidence gathered from clinical work environment

Written assignments/projects or questioning should be used to assess knowledge

Case study and scenario as a basis for discussion of issues and strategies to contribute to best practice.

Questioning - verbal and written

Role play/simulation

Clinical skills involving direct client care are to be assessed initially in a simulated clinical setting (laboratory). If successful, a second assessment is to be conducted during workplace application under direct supervision

Related units:

This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other health services units of competency is encouraged

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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:

Anaesthetic and monitoring equipment cleaning procedures

Application of anaesthetic and monitoring equipment and the contraindications, complications and limitations associated with their use

Basic electronic knowledge and electrical safety requirements

Boundaries of responsibilities and ability to refer problems to supervisor, anaesthetist or other appropriate health professional

Current range and use of anaesthetic and monitoring equipment

Infection control policy and procedures in relation to anaesthetic and monitoring equipment

Intra-operative client safety concerning the location and movement of equipment

Medical terminology used relevant to the worker's role

Occupational health and safety procedures in relation to anaesthetic and monitoring equipment

Principles of measurement e.g. thermodynamics, gas laws, fluid dynamics, potentiometry and optics

Principles of safe operation of equipment

Relevant anatomy and physiology related to the set-up and operation of anaesthetic and monitoring equipment

Safe handling of gases

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

Calibrate and maintain equipment to required standard

Communicate with health professionals

Communicate with maintenance engineers

Identify and rectify equipment problems

Provide basic training and skills instruction and assessments

Use appropriate cleaning chemicals

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Essential skills (contd):

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:

Comply with organisation policies and procedures including those of WHS and infection control, and current standards

Deal with conflict

Follow procedures for timely set-up, trouble-shooting, shut-down, cleaning and storage of anaesthetic and monitoring equipment

Identify and manage faults and problems with anaesthetic and monitoring equipment

Identify the range and purpose, and principle of operation of a range of anaesthetic and monitoring equipment

Monitor work areas for environmental pollution

Recognise hazards related to the use of each item of a range of anaesthetic and monitoring equipment

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

Test reticulated gas supply after supply servicing completed

Undertake routine gas pipeline content tests

Use numeracy skills which may range from the ability to complete basic arithmetic calculations, recording stock levels and statistical information

Use oral communication skills-language competence required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation, including skills in:

asking questions

providing clear information

listening to and understanding workplace instructions

clarifying workplace instructions when necessary

using effective verbal and non verbal communication with a range of internal and external persons

competence in English or a community language, depending on client group and organisation requirements

Use problem solving skills required, including an ability to use available resources

Use reading and writing skills-literacy competence required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation at a level of skill that includes reading and documenting technical information and understanding complex policy and procedure manuals

Work with others within a team

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

Safety checks of equipment may include:

Calibration

Pre-use checks

Correct operation and function

Pipeline gas testing

Service dates

Organisation policies and procedures may refer to:

Infection control

Occupational health and safety

Equipment handling and set up procedures

Maintenance procedures

Electrical hazards

Anaesthetic equipment must include:

Anaesthetic machine and components, including alarms and scavenger

Work station/trolley

Ventilator and components

Gas supply equipment

Vaporisers or other systems designed for delivery of inhalation anaesthetic agents

Breathing systems/circuits and attachments

Laryngoscopes, including fibreoptic laryngoscopes

Intubation aids, including standard and difficult intubation equipment, fibreoptic bronchoscopes and video equipment

Artificial airways

Oxygen masks

Monitoring equipment includes:

Electrocardiography (ECG)

Pulse oximetry

Non-invasive and invasive blood pressure monitoring

Temperature monitoring

Central venous pressure (CVP) monitoring

Intravascular monitoring

Gas analysers, including oxygen, carbon dioxide and anaesthetic agent

Expired/inspired volume/pressure

Neuromuscular transmission

Cardiac output monitoring

Cerebral activity monitors

Stethoscopes, including oesophageal

Other equipment includes:

Defibrillator/cardioverters

Infusion equipment,

Warming/cooling equipment for client and intravenous fluids

Equipment to minimise heat loss

Tourniquets and exsanguinators

Nerve stimulator

Neuromuscular function

Blood analysis devices e.g. gas, electrolytes, haemoglobin, pH

Equipment problems may include:

Leakage

Electronic component failure

Inappropriate operation/settings/misuse

Exhausted components

Lack of calibration

Documentation of planned maintenance may include:

Service schedule

Maintenance checklist

Record of parts replaced/repaired

Staff may include:

Medical

Nursing

Allied health

Paramedical

Technical

Anaesthetic technician students

Instruction on equipment operation and in-service training on equipment may include:

Principles of operation

Limitations of operation

Set up procedures and safety checks and features

Fault finding

Assembly and connection procedures

Preparation of equipment for use

Disassembly and storage

Cleaning

Maintenance

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Perform safety checks in accordance with organisation policies and procedures, manufacturer's guidelines and current standards 
Ensure anaesthetic equipment is functioning correctly 
Identify and correct anaesthetic equipment problems 
Report hazardous, damaged or faulty equipment and arrange repairs 
Clean anaesthetic equipment in accordance with organisation policies and procedures and manufacturer's recommendations 
Disassemble and clean anaesthetic equipment accordance with organisation policies and procedures and manufacturer's recommendations 
Dispose of disposable/single use items in accordance with waste management policies, manufacturer's recommendations and infection control policies 
Identify maintenance procedures and appropriate documentation 
Maintain anaesthetic and monitoring equipment in accordance with organisation policies and procedures, relevant standards and manufacturer's guidelines 
Complete regular servicing in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations 
Complete documentation of maintenance 
Review maintenance records and update in accordance with organisation policies and procedures 
Identify anaesthetic equipment faults and label anaesthetic equipment 
Complete documentation in accordance with organisation policies and procedures 
Complete anaesthetic equipment repairs in accordance with organisation policies and procedures and manufacturer's instructions 
Provide instruction on anaesthetic equipment operation to staff as required 
Provide in-service training on anaesthetic equipment operation as required 
Conduct evaluations of anaesthetic equipment being considered for trialling or purchase in consultation with the anaesthetist, where appropriate and using agreed criteria in accordance with organisation policies and procedures 
Provide recommendations for purchase 
Provide feedback to companies on products under development, as requested 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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