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PML30199 Certificate III in Laboratory Skills

Candidates must achieve twelve (12) units of which, eight (8) are compulsory core units. The balance of the twelve (12) units are electives and must include either, PML TEST 300 A or PML TEST 301 A (or both).

The units on offer from Gilbert Chandler are:

PMLMAIN300A

Maintain the lab. for fit purpose

This unit of competency covers the general cleaning of work surfaces, cleaning and storage of equipment, and the monitoring of laboratory stocks

PMLQUAL300A

Contribute to the achievement of quality objectives

This unit of competency covers the development of a working knowledge of quality principles and their application in laboratory work.

PMLCOM300A

Communicate with other people

This unit of competency covers the ability to receive and pass on written and oral messages, provide relevant information in response to requests within timelines and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.

PMLDATA300A

Process and record data

This unit of competency covers the ability to record and store data, perform basic laboratory computations and accurately present and interpret information in tables and graphs.

PMLOHS300A

Work safely in accordance with defined policies and procedures

This unit of competency concerns the ability to apply OHS procedures and safe working practices to maintain own health and the health of others in the workplace. It also includes the application of risk control measures to minimise environmental threats.

PMLORG300A

Follow established work plan

This unit of competency covers the ability to complete tasks individually or in a team context. The tasks involve established routines and procedures using allocated resources with access to readily available guidelines and advice. Work plans may need to be modified with supervisor agreement to suit changing conditions and priorities.

PMLTEST302A

Calibrate test equipment and assist with its maintenance

This unit of competency covers the ability to perform setup and pre-use checks, calibrate testing equipment and assist with its maintenance

PMLTEAM300A

Work efficiently as part of team

This unit of competency covers the ability to participate in a team and contribute to the achievement of team and enterprise goals.

PMLDATA501A

Use laboratory application software

This unit of competency covers the ability to use and apply computer application software in the laboratory, field and production plants.

PMLMAIN500A

Maintain & control stocks

This unit of competency covers the ability to order, maintain and control the use of laboratory materials and/or equipment in the work area.

PMLQUAL400A

Contribute to development of HACCP

This unit of competency covers the ability to collect and analyse data obtained from HACCP records. This unit of competency also covers the knowledge and skills required to perform corrective action and complete the review and update of documents and systems related to HACCP plans.

PMLQUAL401A

Apply quality system and continuous improvement processes

This unit of competency covers the exercise of good laboratory practice and effective participation in quality improvement teams.

PMLSAMP400A

Obtain representative samples accordance to a sampling plan

This unit of competency covers the ability to obtain a range of samples that are representative of the source material in a state suitable for further processing and testing.

BSZ404A

Train small groups

This unit covers the requirements for planning, delivering and reviewing training provided for the purposes of developing competency on a one-to-one or small group basis.

PMLTEST300A

Perform basic tests

This unit of competency covers the ability to perform basic tests and/or procedures using standard methods.

PMLTEST301A

Perform biological laboratory procedures

This unit of competency covers the ability to perform a range of biological laboratory procedures that are part of diagnostic testing, scientific research, product development and quality assurance.

PMLTEST501A

Perform microbiological tests

This unit of competency describes the ability of technical personnel to contribute to the culture, isolation and identification of microorganisms for investigating the physiology and pathology of plants and animals; for monitoring the natural environment; and to assist in the production of foods, pharmaceutical goods and other manufactured materials.

PMLTEST305A

Perform aseptic techniques

This unit of competency covers the ability to perform aseptic techniques during sampling, and generic microbiological procedures in field and laboratory work, to maintain the integrity of the sample source and the sample to produce reliable microbiological test data.

PMLTEST400A

Perform instrumental tests/procedures

This unit of competency covers the ability to prepare samples and perform instrumental tests/procedures to test materials.

PMLTEST401A

Perform non-instrumental tests/procedures

This unit of competency covers the ability to prepare samples and use non-instrumental tests and procedures to test materials.

PMLTEST402A

Prepare standards & use solutions

This unit of competency covers the ability to prepare, standardize and use solutions to monitor the quality of prepared solutions.

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