MSS024030 — Perform sampling and testing of water

1 Confirm sampling and testing requirements

• 1.1Read the sampling plan to confirm the timing and frequency of sampling and the location, number and type of samples
• 1.2Check that all sampling and testing procedures are in accordance with client or workplace requirements, standards and codes

2 Prepare for water sampling

• 2.1Identify site and sampling hazards and safety requirements
• 2.2Liaise with relevant personnel to arrange site access and obtain required clearances and/or permits
• 2.3Select sampling equipment and conditions to achieve representative samples and preserve sample integrity during collection, storage and transit
• 2.4Ensure all reagents, solutions, standards and blanks are obtained and prepared ready for field use
• 2.5Select field test equipment and/or instruments and check operation and calibration, as applicable, in accordance with procedures and manufacturer instructions
• 2.6Assemble and check all sampling equipment, field test equipment, materials, containers and safety equipment and stow for safe transport
• 2.7Arrange suitable transport to, from and around site

3 Conduct sampling of water

• 3.1Locate sampling sites and services at the site
• 3.2Conduct representative sampling in accordance with sampling plan and defined procedures for field and laboratory testing
• 3.3Ensure all controls, blanks and replicate samples are correctly integrated into the sampling process
• 3.4Record information and label samples in accordance with traceability requirements
• 3.5Record environmental conditions and any atypical observations made during sampling that may impact on sample representativeness or integrity
• 3.6Transport all samples back to base according to workplace procedures and codes
• 3.7Distribute samples or sub-samples to required destinations for testing, maintaining sample integrity, traceability and chain of custody requirements

4 Conduct field testing of water

• 4.1Obtain sample or sub-sample for designated field test, or locate testing location for in-situ testing
• 4.2Check equipment and instrument set-up, reagents and calibration (if required) to ensure safe operation and valid results
• 4.3Run quality control samples to check method validity
• 4.4Operate equipment and instruments in accordance with test method requirements
• 4.5Perform tests, procedures and observations on all samples and standards in accordance with specified methods
• 4.6Record all field observations and results and ensure that they are accurately transferred to workplace information management system

5 Maintain a safe work environment

• 5.1Use defined safe work practices and personal protective equipment to ensure personal safety and that of others
• 5.2Minimise the generation of waste
• 5.3Rehabilitate sampling site to render it safe and minimise environmental impacts
• 5.4Clean all equipment, instruments, containers, work area and vehicles according to workplace procedures
• 5.5Check serviceability of all equipment and instruments before storage
• 5.6Safely collect all hazardous wastes for disposal

What does an assessment tool for MSS024030 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MSS024030 needs to address all 61 unit components: 5 elements with 28 performance criteria, 2 performance evidence requirements, 27 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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