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Rig and dispatch air-drop loads

Rig and dispatch air-drop loads

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFADI003
State Code
BBC41
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/08/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/02/2018
Field of Education
031505 - Aircraft Operation
Original Release Date
21/02/2018
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to prepare, rig and dispatch air-drop loads in support of ground activities, which may occur in a hostile or benign environment.It includes loading, rigging and dispatching container and platform for air-drop loads from aircraft.This unit applies to those working as air dispatchers for Defence but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Persons undertaking this unit work as part of a team under supervision and perform routine tasks in a range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Rig container and platform for air-drop loads
  • 1.1 Select and use hand and power tools in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 1.2 Select and use aerial delivery equipment in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 1.3 Rig and safely restrain container and platform loads, and attach parachute as part of a crew, in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 1.4 Compile, use and distribute air-drop and air movement documents in accordance with organisational procedures
2 Load and dispatch air-drop loads
  • 2.1 Operate aircraft loading equipment and restraint devices in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 2.2 Prepare stores and equipment for container and platform air-drop
  • 2.3 Dispatch air-drop loads safely and effectively from aircraft in accordance with air-drop procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVU83 DEFCM303B Rig and dispatch air-drop loads Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDL4 DEF30317 Certificate III in Air Dispatch Qualification