Unit of competency Outline
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Use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards
Use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards
Unit of competency
National Code
AVIO2001A
AVIO2001A
State Code
WB810
WB810
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/03/2014
Field of Education
050901 - Land, Parks And Wildlife Management
Original Release Date
20/03/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to safely use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Apply safety precautions in the use of firearms
- 1.1 The locations on an aerodrome where firearms may be discharged are identified
- 1.2 Hazards associated with the use of firearms on the aerodrome are identified and managed
- 1.3 The firearm is carried, loaded and discharged in the correct manner
- 1.4 The firearm is cleaned effectively and safely
- 1.5 The firearm is stored in accordance with regulatory requirements
2Use appropriate firearms and ammunition to control wildlife hazards
- 2.1 Appropriate wildlife hazard control measures are selected in accordance with standard operating procedures
- 2.2 Cracker shells are used correctly to disperse a flock of birds in accordance with operating procedures
- 2.3 Live shot is used in a safe manner in the control of wildlife hazards
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
The work site will include:
airside areas
some landside areas
Equipment appropriate to access may include:
firearms
ammunition
class 2 storage facilities
Documents appropriate to access may include:
the Aerodrome Manual guidance material
wildlife hazard management plan
Operating conditions may involve:
control of bird and animal hazards
Faults may include:
firearm misfires
misuse
mechanical failure
Firearms can be:
shotguns or rifles
Information/documents may include:
relevant OH&S and environmental regulations
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
relevant operational checklists
emergency procedures
relevant equipment logs/records
manufacturers specifications and instructions for the equipment/materials used
induction and training materials
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders
licence requirements of the relevant licensing authority
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
The work site will include:
airside areas
some landside areas
Equipment appropriate to access may include:
firearms
ammunition
class 2 storage facilities
Documents appropriate to access may include:
the Aerodrome Manual guidance material
wildlife hazard management plan
Operating conditions may involve:
control of bird and animal hazards
Faults may include:
firearm misfires
misuse
mechanical failure
Firearms can be:
shotguns or rifles
Information/documents may include:
relevant OH&S and environmental regulations
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
relevant operational checklists
emergency procedures
relevant equipment logs/records
manufacturers specifications and instructions for the equipment/materials used
induction and training materials
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders
licence requirements of the relevant licensing authority
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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/or
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 this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
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
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 demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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/or
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 this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
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
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWP34 | AVIO2001 | Use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J722 | AVI30713 | Certificate III in Aviation (Aerodrome Operations) | Qualification |
| S626 | AVI20408 | Certificate II in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service) | Qualification |