Inspect and pack items

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver HLTSTE302D, 'Inspect and pack items'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Inspect and pack items' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare packing area

1.1 Wear appropriate attire

1.2 Clean area prior to processing

1.3 Wash hands according to infection control guidelines

1.4 Manage and maintain stock levels, including manufacturers batch/lot number tracking, according to organisation policies and procedures

1.5 Test heat sealers

2. Prepare and inspect items

2.1 Identify items requiring specific priority

2.2 Sort items according to type, size and density for appropriate packaging material and method, as per organisation policies and procedures

2.3 Inspect items for cleanliness and dryness and reprocess where required

2.4 Inspect items for functionality and completeness according to manufacturer's guidelines and organisation policies and procedures

2.5 Re-assemble multi-part items for checking and disassemble or sufficiently loosen prior to packaging and sterilisation to ensure sterilant contact on all surfaces

2.6 Prepare and inspect items for functionality and life expectancy with consideration of the continued care and maintenance of general and specialised instruments including microsurgical, insulated, handpieces, power tools and endoscopic equipment, according to AS/NZS 4187, manufacturer's recommendations and organisation policies and procedures

2.7 Use illuminated magnifier appropriately

2.8 Lubricate moving parts where necessary and according to AS/NZS 4187, manufacturer's recommendations and organisation policies and procedures

2.9 Identify loan items and implantable items and process according to AS/NZS 4187 and organisation policies and procedures

2.10 Identify, report, remove and/or replace damaged/faulty items and items due for preventative maintenance

2.11 Report missing items according to organisation policies and protocols

2.12 Assemble and package thermally disinfected items for transfer to appropriate location

3. Assemble and package items

3.1 Select packaging materials and technique with reference to sterilisation mode, and according to AS/NZS 4187, and organisation policies and procedures

3.2 Select, inspect and prepare instrument trays or rigid sterilisation containers according to AS/NZS 4187, manufacturer's recommendations and organisation policies and procedures

3.3 Assemble trays/rigid containers of instruments against check lists

3.4 Open and unlock items with hinges/ratchets

3.5 Disassemble/loosen multi-part instruments

3.6 Protect delicate and sharp items in accordance with organisation policies and procedures

3.7 Select appropriate packaging material

3.8 Package hollow ware items with all openings facing the same direction

3.9 Use chemical indicators according to AS/NZS 4187 and organisation policies and procedures

3.10 Pack, secure and label packages to comply with aseptic retrieval principles

3.11 Close and secure rigid sterilisation containers with external tamper-proof clips, chemical indicators and labels, according to manufacturer's specifications

3.12 Use appropriate manual handling when assembling and packing items

3.13 Complete quality assurance documentation according to AS/NZS 4187 and organisation policies and procedures

4. Operate equipment

4.1 Select and operate equipment correctly and safely

4.2 Complete routine cleaning and performance monitoring and maintenance of heat sealing equipment according to AS/NZS 4187, manufacturer's recommendations and organisation policies and procedures

4.3 Use appropriate manual handling when operating equipment and ergonomic packing tables and anti-fatigue matting


Qualifications and Skillsets

HLTSTE302D appears in the following qualifications:

  • HLT31112 - Certificate III in Sterilisation Services
  • HLT43112 - Certificate IV in Defence Health Care