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Operate an aerobridge

Operate an aerobridge

Unit of competency
National Code
AVIW2002
State Code
AWP18
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
16/08/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate an aerobridge, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.It includes pre-positioning the aerobridge, docking with an aircraft on arrival, and retracting the aerobridge on departure. This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to equipment and system operations 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 Pre-position aerobridge
  • 1.1 Aerobridge pre-operational checks are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 1.2 Aerobridge console is operated in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 1.3 Appropriate safety checks are made to ensure roll-door is down and apron is clear in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
  • 1.4 Floodlights are employed during low-visibility operations in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Aerobridge is pre-positioned for aircraft type in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 1.6 Roll-door is secured and closed in readiness for aircraft arrival in accordance with regulatory requirements
2 Deploy aerobridge
  • 2.1 Aerobridge is manoeuvred towards the aircraft in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures for type of aircraft being docked
  • 2.2 Aerobridge movement is monitored and controlled through docking procedure
  • 2.3 Aerobridge is placed on auto level in accordance with manufacturer instructions
  • 2.4 Aerobridge roll-door and aircraft door are opened and safety shoe is positioned in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
3 Retract and stow aerobridge
  • 3.1 Aerobridge safety strap is retracted in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 Aerobridge is retracted from aircraft to minimum safety distance using aerobridge console in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Canopy is retracted, lowered and locked into position in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 3.4 Aerobridge pre-position function is selected and aerobridge is returned to PARK position after aircraft departure
  • 3.5 Roll-door is closed and secured in accordance with regulatory requirements
  • 3.6 Aerobridge console is deactivated and power isolated in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB813 AVIW2002B Operate an aerobridge Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBC35 AVIW0010 Operate an aerobridge Unit of competency