The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!
From the Wiki University
What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?
Prepare for a seed vigour test
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Test request is reviewed to identify samples to be tested, required test methods and equipment. Completed |
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Equipment and working space are cleaned and calibrated to enterprise standards. Completed |
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Receive and prepare samples
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Samples are logged using standard operating procedures (SOPs). Completed |
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Sample description is recorded, compared with specification and discrepancies reported to supervisor. Completed |
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Samples and standards are prepared in accordance with testing method requirements. Completed |
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Traceability of samples from receipt to reporting of results is maintained. Completed |
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If control samples are being used, ensure they are prepared according to enterprise guidelines (Reinstated MT). Completed |
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Check equipment before use
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Equipment/instruments are set up in accordance with test method requirements. Completed |
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Pre-use and safety checks are performed in accordance with relevant enterprise and operating procedures. Completed |
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Faulty or unsafe components and equipment are identified and reported to appropriate personnel. Completed |
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Equipment calibration is checked using specified standards and procedures, if applicable. Completed |
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Out of calibration equipment/instruments is quarantined. Completed |
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Reagents required for the test are available and meet quality requirements. Completed |
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Conduct test
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The test method to be used is determined according to the type of seed or as requested by the person requesting the test. Completed |
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Equipment is cleaned and maintained in a clean state as required by enterprise guidelines Completed |
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A working sample is prepared and replicates using mixing and dividing processes according to enterprise guidelines. Completed |
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Seed is prepared, placed and/or treated to suit test method requirements and enterprise guidelines. Completed |
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Measurements are made with equipment and/or counting and results are recorded as determined by test method and enterprise guidelines. Completed |
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A statement of specific variable is prepared and provided to accompany the results. Completed |
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Evaluate test results
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The number of seeds or seedlings with required characteristics in each replicate is counted. Completed |
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The percentage of seed or seedlings with required characteristics in each replicate is calculated and average percentage across all replicates is determined. Completed |
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Result of seed vigour test is reported to supervisor. Completed |
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Process and interpret data
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Test data is recorded noting atypical observations. Completed |
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Results are recorded and reported in accordance with enterprise procedures. Completed |
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Trends in data and/or results are interpreted and report out of specification or atypical results promptly to appropriate personnel. Completed |
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Determine if obvious procedure or equipment problems have led to atypical data or results Completed |
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Maintain a safe work environment
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Established safe work practices and personal protective equipment are used to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel. Completed |
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The generation of wastes and environmental impacts are minimised. Completed |
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The safe collection of laboratory and hazardous waste for subsequent disposal is carried out. Completed |
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Equipment and store equipment and reagents are cleaned and cared for as required. Completed |
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Maintain laboratory records
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Approved data is entered into laboratory information management system. Completed |
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Confidentiality and security of enterprise information and laboratory data is maintained. Completed |
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Equipment and calibration logs are maintained in accordance with enterprise procedures. Completed |
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