MSL916013 — Supervise laboratory operations in work or functional area

1 Monitor and direct work practices within functional area

• 1.1Monitor team work practices and confirm that all technical work is being performed in accordance with relevant standards, workplace procedures and schedules
• 1.2Ensure that analytical results/data are checked, collated and distributed in accordance with workplace requirements
• 1.3Monitor testing and sampling procedures for quality control in accordance with workplace requirements
• 1.4Identify and resolve complex problems by using agreed problem-solving strategies and act to prevent their recurrence

2 Manage personnel within work area

• 2.1Develop and coordinate rosters to balance job requirements, laboratory efficiency and skill development opportunities
• 2.2Communicate in ways that empower work groups/teams in dealing with technical and workflow problems and suggesting improvements
• 2.3Use coaching and mentoring techniques to support personnel who have difficulties with meeting targets for performance and/or resource usage
• 2.4Establish and maintain effective communication with all personnel and clients to ensure smooth and efficient operations

3 Establish resource requirements, operating plans and budget

• 3.1Collect and analyse available resource information in consultation with appropriate personnel
• 3.2Prepare operational plans which make the best use of available resources, taking into account client needs and workplace plans
• 3.3Identify and analyse possible variances due to external/internal factors and prepare contingency plans
• 3.4Collect and analyse information to develop/revise an operating budget for the work/functional area

4 Procure resources to achieve operational plans

• 4.1Analyse resource requirements and sources of supply in terms of suitability, cost, quality and availability
• 4.2Select and purchase new materials and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.3Coordinate stocktaking of materials and equipment to ensure maintenance of stock at prescribed levels
• 4.4Ensure that personnel are competent to perform required tasks and organise training as required
• 4.5Arrange for the recruitment and induction of personnel as appropriate

5 Monitor and optimise operational performance and resource usage

• 5.1Monitor the relationship between budget and actual performance to foresee problems
• 5.2Analyse variations in budget performance and either report or rectify abnormal/sub-optimal performance
• 5.3Negotiate with designated personnel and seek approval for variations to operational plans as required
• 5.4Assess utilisation of plant, equipment and consumables and compare with planned usage
• 5.5Rectify sub-optimal utilisation of plant, equipment and consumables
• 5.6Program and arrange for maintenance of plant and equipment in accordance with workplace maintenance schedules
• 5.7Maintain systems, procedures and records associated with resource usage in accordance with workplace requirements

What does an assessment tool for MSL916013 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSL916013 needs to address all 35 unit components: 5 elements with 24 performance criteria, 1 performance evidence requirements, 10 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 MSL916013?

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