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Manage risk in aviation maintenance

Manage risk in aviation maintenance

Unit of competency
National Code
MEA141B
State Code
D4388
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
23/01/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/05/2012
Field of Education
080301 - Business Management
Original Release Date
10/05/2012
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency is part of the Aeroskills Advanced Diploma training pathways. It covers the competencies required to manage risk in aviation maintenance organisations while complying with legislative and regulatory requirements. The unit is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the ADF and CASA.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify the criteria for risk management
  • 1.1. Risk management procedures are identified from the organisation's risk management plan/maintenance organisation exposition
  • 1.2. Where a risk management plan does not exist potential risks are identified and documented
  • 1.3. Criteria for managing the identified risks are determined in accordance with standard risk management procedures and documented as a risk management plan
  • 1.4. The process for evaluation and review of the risk management plan is identified from the organisation's plan or an evaluation methodology is developed and included in the plan developed in accordance with criteria 1.3
2. Manage risk
  • 2.1. Activities are monitored in accordance with the risk management plan
  • 2.2. Performance deviations are identified and responses are initiated in accordance with the risk management plan
  • 2.3. The effectiveness of risk responses are monitored and reported in accordance with risk management plan procedures
3. Evaluate risk management processes
  • 3.1. Risk management outcomes are reviewed and analysed to assess the effectiveness of the risk management plan
  • 3.2. Recommendations on variations to the plan are developed and processed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Application
Application of this unit may relate to:
scheduled or unscheduled maintenance activities
individual or team-related activities
Risk management plans
Risk management plans may include:
potential risks and their probability of occurrence and degree of severity
treatment options in each case
responsibility for implementing treatment options and required response times
resources required for risk management
plan implementation timeframe
periodic review timetable
internal reporting system
review methodology
Potential risks
Potential risks may include:
human factors, such as fatigue, illness and maintenance errors
OHS issues resulting in injury or death
regulatory and procedural violations, such as inappropriate use of minimum equipment lists and failure to observe type certification standards
providing maintenance guidance to remotely located aircrew or maintenance personnel
maintenance difficulties, such as spares shortages and unexpected failures of systems or components
support equipment failure
environmental problems
contractual issues
skill and experience shortfalls
maintenance cost escalation
natural events
Criteria for managing the identified risks
Criteria for managing the identified risks may include:
level and degree of acceptability of each identified risk
legal aspects, such as regulatory violations and contractual commitments
cost of managing specific risks versus the cost to the organisation if the risk eventuated
stakeholder perceptions and expectations
Standard risk management procedures
Standard risk management procedures may be found in:
organisational risk management policies
websites dealing with risk management
AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 Risk Management - Principles and guidelines
CASR Part 145 Manual of Standards
Evaluation methodology
Evaluation methodology may include:
oversight of day-to-day operations
interviews with personnel in the organisation
physical inspections
incident reports
questionnaires
periodic review of risk treatment procedures and outcomes

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to develop, apply and evaluate a risk management plan.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways, including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is, the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations.
The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required and must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
Method of assessment

Guidance information for assessment


Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W8340 MEA141A Manage risk in aviation maintenance Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUG05 MEA141 Manage risk in aviation maintenance Unit of competency