Unit of competency Outline

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Work safely around aircraft

Work safely around aircraft

Unit of competency
National Code
PUAFIR209B
State Code
D3769
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
13/03/2013
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
07/11/2014
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
07/11/2014
Nominal Hours
8
Description
This unit covers the competency required to apply safe work practices when operating in or around aircraft at an airbase and when engaged in a range of non-specialist, air operations activities. Aviation operations occur in a heavily regulated environment. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Work safely in the vicinity of aircraft
  • 1.1 Briefing is received prior to deployment or whenever circumstances relevant to their safety or current tasking have changed.
  • 1.2 Briefing on work to be undertaken is undertakenin an appropriate location.
  • 1.3 Suitable visible clothing and protective equipment are used.
  • 1.4 Appropriate precautions and clearances are followed when operating on or near aircraft movement areas.
  • 1.5 Any approach to an operating aircraft is made according to organisational aircraft approach procedures, from an angle visible to the pilot or flight crew and with approval of the pilot or flight crew.
  • 1.6 Adequate clearance is maintained from propellers, rotors and/or turbine engines, exhaust gases and engine intakes.
  • 1.7 Typical manoeuvring patterns of aircraft are anticipated through activities.
  • 1.8 Any instructions or signals from pilots or staff controlling aircraft are complied with
  • 1.9 Sitehazards are identified.
2. Facilitate safe ground support
  • 2.1 Appropriate precautions are observed when positioning vehicles or equipment close to aircraft.
  • 2.2 Aircraft design features are respected while boarding, loading or handling aircraft.
  • 2.3 Instructions from pilots and organisational staff coordinating aircraft operations, and organisational procedures and placards are followed during ground support operations.
  • 2.4 Aircraft loading is conducted under pilot or flight crew member supervision and appropriate weight, balance and loading system are complied with.
  • 2.5 Areas are designated and separated according to site features and the specific operations being conducted.
  • 2.6 Fitting of equipment to an aircraft is conducted under pilot supervision in accordance with appropriate regulatory approvals.
  • 2.7 Aircraft fuels, oils, and supplies are stored and handled according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures.
  • 2.8 Any suspected defects or hazards to aircraft or equipment are reported to pilot or other appropriate supervisor.
  • 2.9 Appropriate aerodrome regulations are complied with.
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Briefing must include:
situation
mission
execution
administration
command and communications
safety
questions
Appropriate location must include:
area that is:
free of distractions (movement, noise)
safe
convenient to subsequent deployment needs
necessary facilities and equipment
Suitable visible clothing and protective equipment may include:
fire extinguisher
first aid kit
head, hand, eye, ear and foot protection
high visibility overalls/vests
protective overalls
respiratory protection
signalling devices, lighting or beacons
Appropriate precautions
may include:
advisory instructions
avoiding obstructions/hazards and navigation aids
clearances (radio)
fixed wing and helicopter marshalling
ground markings/lighting
light signals
observing aerodrome limits
Aircraft may include:
aeroplanes
helicopters
unmanned aerial vehicles
other airborne vehicles
Organisational aircraft approach procedures
include:
complying with operational placards
complying with pilot or flight crew instructions
maintaining visibility with pilot or flight crew
Activities may
Include:
circuit procedures
ground manoeuvring capabilities
special procedures (such as at night or in poor weather)
take-off, approach and landing characteristics
Staff controlling aircraft may include:
aircraft coordinating personnel
flight crew
ground support supervisor
pilot
Site hazards may include:
dust
level of visibility
livestock
masts/aerials
native fauna
public
terrain
trees
weather conditions
wires/powerlines/fences
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
comply with regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
identify hazards and precautions effected on a consistent, conscious and continuing basis
implement procedures for unusual events
take action with an overriding concern for safety and quality rather than minimal observance of requirements.
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed on-the-job or in a simulated work environment.
Specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
actual or simulated aircraft and aerodrome facilities
Method of assessment
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.
Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.
Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an agency-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
direct observation
interviewing the candidate
journals and workplace documentation
third party reports from supervisors
written or oral questions
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C7976 PUAFIR209A Work safely around aircraft Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAY96 PUAFIR209 Work safely around aircraft Unit of competency