HLTHPS005 — Handle medical specimens

1 Follow standard procedures for handling specimens

• 1.1Apply standard precautions and codes of practice when handling medical specimens
• 1.2Select and use equipment and instruments suited to the specimen being handled
• 1.3Transfer specimen into appropriate container and seal properly, ensuring correct method of preservation has been used
• 1.4Label containers accurately and store specimens in specified conditions
• 1.5Follow established procedures in case of adverse incident

2 Organise off-site testing of specimens

• 2.1Prepare specimens for transport according to specifications for packaging and transport
• 2.2Check that specimen is accompanied by required accurately completed documentation
• 2.3Arrange pick-up of specimen, if required, ensuring specimens are in correct location for pick-up

3 Conduct on-site testing of specimens

• 3.1Use and maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
• 3.2Conduct tests following practice protocols, standard precautions and industry standards
• 3.3Accurately document results and report to appropriate personnel
• 3.4Read and recognise significantly abnormal results and report appropriately and in a timely fashion

What does an assessment tool for HLTHPS005 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for HLTHPS005 needs to address all 37 unit components: 3 elements with 12 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 24 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for HLTHPS005?

Auditori pulls the current release of HLTHPS005 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for HLTHPS005 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing HLTHPS005 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of HLTHPS005, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.