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Screen articles by interpreting X-ray images

Screen articles by interpreting X-ray images

Unit of competency
National Code
AVIO2009
State Code
AWP28
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/08/2016
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
16/08/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to screen articles by interpreting X-ray images at a security controlled airport with screened air services, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.It includes setting up and testing X-ray screening equipment, operating X-ray screening equipment, interpreting X-ray images, and taking appropriate action when weapons, explosives and prohibited items are detected.This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to aviation security duties that complement the non-technical skills of ground operations personnel, and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.Operations are conducted as part of recreational, commercial and military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.Work is performed independently or under limited supervision as a single operator or within a team environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.Use for Defence Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders, Instructions, Publications and Regulations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Set up and test X-ray screening equipment
  • 1.1 X-ray screening equipment is set up in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Required daily X-ray screening equipment tests are carried out in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.3 X-ray screening equipment safety risks are identified and controlled during set up and testing, in accordance with workplace procedures
2 Operate X-ray screening equipment
  • 2.1 X-ray equipment is operated in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.2 X-ray screening equipment safety risks are identified and controlled during operation, in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Interpret X-ray images of screened articles
  • 3.1 X-ray images of screened articles are interpreted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Image enhancement functions are used effectively in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Colours on X-ray image are correctly interpreted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Article shapes and sizes on X-ray image are correctly interpreted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Prohibited items, weapons and explosives on X-ray image are correctly detected in accordance with workplace procedures
4 Take appropriate action when weapons, explosives and prohibited items are detected
  • 4.1 Suspected explosives are reported to screening point supervisor and appropriate action is taken, in accordance with legislative requirements and workplace procedures
  • 4.2 Suspected weapons or prohibited items are reported to screening point supervisor and appropriate action is taken, in accordance with legislative requirements and workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG971 AVIO2009B Screen articles by interpreting X-ray images Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BFZ91 AVIO0014 Screen articles by interpreting X-ray images Unit of competency