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Investigate technical aspects of aviation occurrences

Investigate technical aspects of aviation occurrences

Unit of competency
National Code
MEA129
State Code
AUF24
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
31/08/2018
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2015
Field of Education
031503 - Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Original Release Date
22/07/2015
Nominal Hours
80
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to investigate the technical aspects of aviation occurrences, including aircraft accidents, aircraft incidents, and maintenance incidents within the Australian Defence Force (ADF) airworthiness jurisdiction. It involves applying required procedures and technical knowledge in the course of investigations. Investigation may involve a combination of visual observation, interviews, statement reviews, and technical investigation. Work may be performed individually or as part of a team.The unit applies to those involved in aviation maintenance management within ADF airworthiness jurisdiction.It forms part of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) requirement for maintenance certification licences under Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 66. Where a CASA licensing outcome is sought, users must refer to the licensing provisions in the MEA Aeroskills Companion Volume Implementation Guide.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Provide first response to an aviation occurrence
  • 1.1 Notify authorities of occurrence according to ADF policy and procedures
  • 1.2 Provide specialist advice relevant to an aviation occurrence
  • 1.3 Plan investigation according to ADF and statutory requirements
2. Collect evidence
  • 2.1 Document evidence of personnel involved in an aviation occurrence
  • 2.2 Interview witnesses and document information
  • 2.3 Collate evidence associated with an aviation occurrence
3. Analyse occurrence
  • 3.1 Analyse information according to established objectives of the investigation
  • 3.2 Generate options for action that are consistent with ADF and/or statutory requirements and lead to recommendations that reduce future risk
  • 3.3 Specify criteria to enable objective evaluation of the options to be undertaken
4. Produce report
  • 4.1 Review collected evidence and make satisfactory engineering conclusions and recommendations
  • 4.2 Review conclusions with stakeholders
  • 4.3 Cost recommendations
  • 4.4 Produce formal reports according to ADF policy and procedures and distribute to designated authorities
5. Implement corrective measures
  • 5.1 Select corrective measures for implementation that are feasible in terms of practicality and costing
  • 5.2 Implement measures in line with recommendations
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8328 MEA129A Investigate technical aspects of aviation occurrences Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEG24 MEACOM0017 Investigate technical aspects of aviation occurrences Unit of competency