MSL943003 — Work safely with instruments that emit ionising radiation
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What an assessment for MSL943003 must cover
34 assessable components: 6 elements (21 performance criteria), 2 performance evidence and 11 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1 Store instruments safely and securely
- 1.1Identify state or territory requirements for storage facilities and associated document processes
- 1.2Store instruments in accordance with state or territory requirements and documented procedures
- 1.3Secure instruments to prevent unauthorised access
- 1.4Record instruments’ movements and usage in accordance with documented procedures
2 Transport instruments safely and securely
- 2.1Select vehicle suitable for the purpose
- 2.2Attach regulation signage in accordance with state or territory requirements to indicate that radioactive sources are being carried
- 2.3Ensure that instruments are properly located and fixed securely in place
- 2.4Ensure security of instruments when the vehicle is unattended
3 Use instruments safely and maintain security
- 3.1Follow safe working practices to minimise own exposure to radiation
- 3.2Use radiation dosimeter to monitor own exposure to radiation
- 3.3Follow safe work practices to minimise exposure of others to radiation
- 3.4Follow safe work practices to protect the instrument from damage
- 3.5Maintain instrument security
4 Monitor radiation levels
- 4.1Check operation and calibration status of radiation survey meter
- 4.2Perform radiation survey following documented procedure
- 4.3Report atypical conditions and/or problems to appropriate personnel
5 Maintain records
- 5.1Record observations, data and results in accordance with workplace procedures
- 5.2Maintain confidentiality of workplace information in accordance with workplace procedures
6 Perform emergency procedures
- 6.1Identify potential emergency situations
- 6.2Respond to emergencies in accordance with documented procedures
- 6.3Report emergency situations to appropriate personnel
Performance evidence
- safely handled, stored and transported at least 1 instrument that emits ionising radiation in accordance with established safe work practices, laboratory procedures and licensing requirements
- safely checked the operation and calibration status of at least 1 instrument that emits ionising radiation and then operating it to conduct a radiation survey
Knowledge evidence
- radiation concepts and principles, including nature of radiation; different types of radiation, their characteristics, sources and shielding methods; radiation intensity; physiological effects of ionising radiation; external radiation protection and practical methods of minimising radiation exposure
- methods of measuring and detecting ionising radiation
- function of key components, pre-use and calibration status checks and safe operating procedures for the instrument used
- work health and safety (WHS) and emergency procedures for safe handling of radiation sources and working with the instrument used
- critical elements of radiation safety
- instruments that emit ionising radiation
- atypical conditions and problems that present when working with instruments that emit ionising radiation
- Australian and international standards for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories; and safety, such as AS 2243.4-1998 Safety in laboratories - Ionising radiations
- specific industry codes and guidelines: - Australian Dangerous Goods Code - Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) Codes of Practice - registration/licensing and/or National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) accreditation requirements, and radiation licensing requirements
- awareness of environmental sustainability issues as they relate to the work task
- legal, ethical and WHS requirements specific to the work task
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Questions about assessing MSL943003
What does an assessment tool for MSL943003 need to cover?
To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSL943003 needs to address all 34 unit components: 6 elements with 21 performance criteria, 2 performance evidence requirements, 11 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.
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