Portfolio and departmental competencies
Cleaning and Decontamination
Evidence 1: Search and make a note of the different types of disinfectants and cleaning agents in use within the department (s) you routinely work in. These can be in the form of:
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Sprays
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Wipes
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Powders
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Tablets
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Concentrates
Don’t forget to include disinfectants used in spill kits, alcohol gels used for hand sanitisation and disinfections used on the analysers (if applicable).
Once you have your list then complete the following table:
1. Disinfectants and Cleaning agents used within the laboratory
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You may need to see the COSHH or manufacturers data sheets for some chemicals if usage and strength is not on the container (speak to your line manager / mentor if you are unsure).
Sign off: After you have collected each piece of evidence, hand them into your trainer / mentor who will then countersign them. Please note that they may ask for additional evidence or ask you follow up questions. Also ensure that:
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You have date and signed your work
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You only submit evidence for checking once it is completed (you may take individual evidence pieces out of your portfolio)
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Ensure any countersigned checked work is returned back (in order) to your portfolio
Try not to hand in multiple pieces of evidence for marking at once - this will create too much work for your trainer / mentor, instead spread submissions out throughout your training.
Trainer notes: Ensure the candidates line manager completes the 'Line Manager's Comments' section as each module in the portfolio is completed - continuous assessment of the candidates work is required throughout the training period.