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Conduct airborne rappelling operations

Conduct airborne rappelling operations

Unit of competency
National Code
AVIY0093
State Code
OFG60
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
28/05/2025
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
13/08/2025
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
13/08/2025
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct airborne rappelling operations in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.It includes preparing helicopter and personnel for airborne rappelling operations, preparing for and performing airborne rappelling operations, and responding to airborne rappelling emergencies and abnormal situations.This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to aircraft operational duties of flight crew and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.Operations are conducted across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare helicopter and personnel for airborne rappelling operations
  • 1.1 Helicopter and airborne rappelling attachment device are pre-flight checked to determine serviceability in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Airborne rappelling location and surrounds are assessed for suitability
  • 1.3 Rappelling personnel characteristics and operational variations are considered in scope of mission planning
  • 1.4 Crew is briefed during mission brief in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Airborne rappelling supervisor is briefed by pilots
  • 1.6 Static ground rehearsals are conducted with relevant personnel and equipment
  • 1.7 Fitness of rappelling personnel to complete task is confirmed in accordance with workplace procedures
2 Prepare for airborne rappelling operations
  • 2.1 Ropes are attached to airborne rappelling attachment device and are checked for security
  • 2.2 Rappellers are restrained in aircraft prior to take-off in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Fitting of rappeller personnel protective equipment is checked in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.4 Deployment checks are conducted prior to rope deployment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.5 Helicopter safety hazards are communicated in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Wind speed and direction are communicated to relevant personnel
  • 2.7 Approach and overshoot paths are communicated to relevant personnel
3 Perform airborne rappelling operations
  • 3.1 Helicopter position over the rappelling point is communicated in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Ropes and rappellers are deployed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Situational awareness of rappelling position and aircraft flight performance is maintained in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Rappelling ropes are recovered or released in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Clearance for aircraft departure is provided by airborne rappelling dispatcher at completion of deployment
  • 3.6 Complete relevant pre- and post-task documentation in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Respond to airborne rappelling emergencies and abnormal situations
  • 4.1 Airborne rappelling emergencies and abnormal situations are identified, diagnosed and communicated to relevant personnel
  • 4.2 Airborne rappelling emergency or remedial actions are undertaken to maintain safety of flight and personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BHL07 AVIY0068 Conduct airborne rappelling operations Unit of competency