Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Workplace may include:
any work environment in the aviation industry requiring safety critical operational judgements to be made, in particular when operating vehicles or equipment
Important work situations for fatigue management in the aviation workplace include:
operations conducted at all times, but particularly at night
driving a vehicle at an airport
conducting refuelling operations
operating an aircraft
performing maintenance on an aircraft
performing duties as a member of the operating or cabin crew on board an aircraft
air traffic control
airport security operations
ground support operations
Work-related factors that may contribute to fatigue include:
work demands such as: workload, work duration, shift pattern, time of day, frequency and duration of breaks and type of work (e.g. working in isolation, repetitive tasks and boring, monotonous or under-challenging tasks)
organisational factors such as: work environment (including temperature, ventilation, continual rhythmic vibration from equipment), trip and work scheduling and the predictability of work
Worker/operator-related factors that may contribute to fatigue include:
lifestyle factors such as: sleep patterns, alcohol and drug use, quantity and timing of food and drink, and opportunities for relaxation with family and friends
working multiple jobs
personal or biological factors such as: state of mental and/or physical health, inadequate sleep, sleep disorders, emotional stress, family responsibilities, relationship difficulties, inadequate competence to complete work tasks and circadian rhythms
Responsibilities of individual for fatigue risk management may include:
following the organisation’s fatigue management policy and procedures
using time away from work appropriately to rest and recover
checking and ensuring fitness for work
reporting symptoms of fatigue
taking action to minimise risk when symptoms of fatigue are recognised
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may be referred to as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
Commonwealth and state/territory regulations and guidelines concerning fatigue management in various transport and workplace situations
workplace instructions and procedures on fatigue management
relevant WHS/OHS regulations and procedures
work schedules and shift rosters
emergency procedures
log books or record books (where required)
records and reports of fatigue-related errors and safety incidents
relevant standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant regulations and codes of the Commonwealth Government and the state/territory regulatory authorities concerning fatigue management
Civil Aviation Regulations and Civil Aviation Safety Regulations as applicable to fatigue management
relevant state/territory WHS/OHS legislation

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include:
demonstrate the ability to accurately identify causes of fatigue and implement strategies to minimise fatigue in the aviation workplace
apply legislative restrictions on work duties to assist in the management of fatigue
accurately communicate with work colleagues, supervisors or managers to implement strategies to manage fatigue
apply fatigue management practices to maintain vigilance and alertness in the aviation workplace
determine and correctly manage factors external to the aviation workplace that could have implications on personal fatigue
utilise fatigue management practices to detect and assist in the management of fatigue in work colleagues
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral assessments.
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
Assessment for
Passenger/Non-Passenger Screener
and Checked Baggage Screener Roles

Assessment must:
be undertaken by a registered training organisation
Assessment of knowledge must:
be conducted through written/oral assessments
Practical assessment must:
be undertaken by a registered training organisation
occur in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace.