Perform food tests

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 MSL974004, 'Perform food tests'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Perform food tests' 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

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Interpret and schedule test requirements

1.1

Review test request to identify samples to be tested, test method and equipment/instruments involved

1.2

Identify hazards and workplace controls associated with the sample, preparation/test methods, reagents and/or equipment

1.3

Plan parallel work sequences to optimise throughput of multiple sets of samples

2

Receive and prepare food samples

2.1

Log samples using standard operating procedures (SOPs)

2.2

Record sample description, compare with specification and note and report discrepancies

2.3

Prepare samples and standards in accordance with food testing requirements

2.4

Ensure traceability of samples from receipt to reporting of results

3

Check equipment before use

3.1

Set up equipment/instruments in accordance with test method requirements

3.2

Perform pre-use and safety checks in accordance with relevant workplace and operating procedures

3.3

Identify faulty or unsafe components and equipment and report to appropriate personnel

3.4

Check equipment calibration using specified standards and procedures

3.5

Quarantine out-of-calibration equipment/instruments

3.6

Ensure reagents required for the test are available and meet quality requirements

4

Test samples to determine food components and characteristics

4.1

Operate equipment/instruments in accordance with test method requirements

4.2

Perform tests/procedures on all samples and standards in accordance with specified methods

4.3

Shut down equipment/instruments in accordance with operating procedures

5

Process data

5.1

Record test data noting atypical observations

5.2

Construct calibration graphs and compute results for all samples from these graphs

5.3

Ensure calculated values are consistent with reference standards and expectations

5.4

Estimate and document uncertainty of measurement in accordance with workplace procedures

5.5

Record and report results in accordance with workplace procedures

5.6

Interpret trends in data and/or results and report out-of-specification or atypical results promptly to appropriate personnel

5.7

Determine if basic procedure or equipment problems have led to atypical data or results

6

Maintain a safe work environment

6.1

Use established safe work practices and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and that of other laboratory personnel

6.2

Minimise the generation of wastes and environmental impacts

6.3

Ensure the safe collection of laboratory and hazardous waste for subsequent disposal

6.4

Care for and store equipment and reagents as required

7

Maintain laboratory records

7.1

Enter approved data into laboratory information management system (LIMS)

7.2

Maintain confidentiality and security of workplace information and laboratory data

7.3

Maintain equipment and calibration logs in accordance with workplace procedures


Qualifications and Skillsets

MSL974004 appears in the following qualifications:

  • MSL50109 - Diploma of Laboratory Technology
  • MSL30109 - Certificate III in Laboratory Skills
  • MSL40109 - Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
  • MSL60109 - Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Operations
  • FDF50311 - Diploma of Food Science and Technology
  • FDF40311 - Certificate IV in Food Science and Technology
  • MSL60116 - Advanced Diploma of Laboratory Operations
  • MSL40116 - Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques
  • MSL30116 - Certificate III in Laboratory Skills
  • MSL50116 - Diploma of Laboratory Technology

And the skillsets: