Business & Professional Services

Laboratory Technician Level 3

Laboratory Technicians, at the forefront of innovation, conduct routine & one-off testing, adhering to safety & quality standards within a variety of global industries.

Total Duration
18 Months

Apprenticeship Level
Level 3

Assessment Method
Observation with Questioning, Interview Underpinned by a Portfolio of Evidence and Knowledge Test

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Total Duration

18 Months

Level

Level 3

Assessment Method

Observation with Questioning, Interview Underpinned by a Portfolio of Evidence and Knowledge Test

Combine data analysis & safety practices, execute diverse tests, maintain equipment, & contribute to organisational goals

This occupation is found in a wide range of organisations, including but not exclusively, chemical, primary and secondary pharmaceutical, biotechnology, formulated products, nuclear companies; and analytical science services, dental laboratories and educational establishments.

The broad purpose of the occupation is working at the forefront of technology to carry out both routine and one-off laboratory testing (and manufacturing where relevant) and perform a variety of technical support functions across the organisation.

Work safely in a laboratory, maintaining excellent housekeeping whilst following appropriate safety, environment and risk management systems.
Follow quality procedures to meet the requirements of quality standards relevant to the workplace.
Prepare for laboratory tasks using the appropriate scientific techniques, procedures and methods.
Perform laboratory tasks following specified methodologies, such as Standard Operating Procedures.

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The quality procedures to meet the requirements of quality standards relevant to the workplace.
How to safely store and handle data in line with national and international data protection and cyber security regulations that apply to the role and employer processes.
How to apply statistical techniques for data processing and presentation. e.g. calculation of median, standard deviation, produce graphs.
How to recognise problems and apply appropriate scientific methods to identify causes and achieve solutions.
The business environment in which the company operates including personal role within the organisation, ethical practice and codes of conduct.
The foundations of health and safety including responsibility for health and safety under Health & Safety at Work Act (HASWA).
Risk assessment & control including Control of Substances Hazardous to Health assessments (COSHH) and Safety Data Sheets.

Comply with health and safety policies and procedures including HASWA, COSHH, risk assessments, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), manual handling, emergency procedures.
Maintain excellent housekeeping, in accordance with organisation Standard Procedures.
Order and control stocks of laboratory materials where required.
Identify, organise and use resources effectively to complete tasks applying the concepts of resource efficiency e.g. energy, water and waste.
Adhere to internal and external regulatory requirements e.g. GLP, GMP, GDP.
Demonstrate technical competence in the use of specified instruments and equipment.
Report faults and seek diagnostic advice to maintain equipment in good working order, including calibration where required.
Contribute to the preparation of reports.

Effective communication using a range of skills
Effective teamwork.
Ability to work independently and take responsibility for initiating and completing tasks in compliance with quality and safety standards, challenging unsafe working practices where appropriate.
An understanding of impact of their work on others, especially where related to diversity and equality.

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