HLTSTE006 — Chemically disinfect reusable medical devices

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What an assessment for HLTSTE006 must cover

44 assessable components: 3 elements (18 performance criteria), 5 performance evidence and 21 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 Prepare for chemical disinfection process

1.1Determine disinfection requirements based on Spaulding’s classification
1.2Complete initial cleaning and waste removal processes
1.3Prepare specialised items for specific cleaning processes
1.4Select cleaning processes according to manufacturer’s recommendations
1.5Disassemble items for cleaning and disinfection according to manufacturer’s guidelines

2 Complete chemical disinfection processes

2.1Test and configure automated chemical disinfection machines according to procedures and manufacturer’s recommendations
2.2Correctly interpret safety data sheets (SDS)
2.3Select and use instrument grade chemical disinfectants and liquid chemical sterilants according to SDS
2.4Make accurate measurements and calculations in chemical use
2.5Follow correct methods of use in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines
2.6Operate machines according to manufacturer’s guidelines and standards
2.7Minimise waste during the disinfection process
2.8Monitor hazards during disinfection processes
2.9Check and complete process records

3 Check quality of chemical disinfection processes

3.1Complete monitoring and control according to standards and manufacturing guidelines
3.2Use chemical test strip indicators as per manufacturer’s instructions
3.3Complete quality management documentation
3.4Identify faults in the disinfection process and take action within scope of own work role

Performance evidence

followed established procedures, work processes and national standards for the chemical disinfection of reusable medical devices on at least 3 occasions
operated and monitored chemical disinfection equipment, including selection of appropriate disinfectants for different reusable medical devices
identified and respond to routine process and maintenance problems and variations
addressed relevant work health and safety, infection control and risk management requirements
completed accurate documentation of tests, cycles and proof of process for manual or automated processes

Knowledge evidence

role of chemical disinfection in client safety, and the implications of negligence
existence and basic requirements of AS/NZS 4187 for chemical disinfection
key aspects of Gastroenterological Nurses College of Australia (GENCA) Guidelines
fundamental knowledge of microbiology in relation to disinfection
key aspects of chemical disinfection, including: terminology
key aspects of chemical disinfection, including: reusable medical devices requiring disinfection
key aspects of chemical disinfection, including: Spaulding’s classification
key aspects of chemical disinfection, including: conditions and parameters for successful chemical disinfection
key aspects of chemical disinfection, including: range and selection of effective chemical disinfectants based on chemical application, type of reusable medical device and manufacturer’s instructions
key aspects of chemical disinfection, including: Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) requirements for compliance, validation of disinfectant classification (registered or listed), efficacy and disinfectant labelling
key aspects of chemical disinfection, including: specific monitoring equipment and procedures
key aspects of chemical disinfection, including: documentation
key aspects of chemical disinfection, including: quality indicators for chemical disinfection
safe work practices: fume extraction devices
safe work practices: leak testing
safe work practices: infection control principles
safe work practices: microbiological testing
safe work practices: personal protective equipment (PPE)
safe work practices: protection of reusable medical devices from recontamination
safe work practices: manual task risk factors and how to control for them
infection control

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What does an assessment tool for HLTSTE006 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for HLTSTE006 needs to address all 44 unit components: 3 elements with 18 performance criteria, 5 performance evidence requirements, 21 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 HLTSTE006?

Auditori pulls the current release of HLTSTE006 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.

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