Competency information

Details

Perform system checks and calibration tests on a number of pieces of equipment in the laboratory

Considerations

  • The importance of calibration of equipment
  • The effect of equipment error and results in data
  • Need for regular system checks and equipment calibration
  • Rationale used locally in setting acceptable limits of operation of equipment
  • Limitations of system check and calibration techniques
  • Awareness of national standards

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 5 Outcome Undertake system preparation, including calibration and quality assurance checks, as appropriate for use