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Manage an aviation maintenance quality system

Manage an aviation maintenance quality system

Unit of competency
National Code
MEA120B
State Code
D4379
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
17/06/2014
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
17/06/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency is part of the Aeroskills Advanced Diploma training pathways. It covers the management of an aviation maintenance quality system in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Establish a quality process
  • 1.1. Organisational structure, work processes and outcomes are identified and defined
  • 1.2. Operating procedures, job descriptions and supporting documentation are developed
  • 1.3. Quality control processes/checks are established and documented
  • 1.4. Aviation regulatory instructions/policies are identified and incorporated into quality system processes and documentation
  • 1.5. Personnel roles and responsibilities are allocated and communicated
2. Monitor and evaluate quality processes within a quality system
  • 2.1. Quality control checks are conducted in accordance with organisational policy and procedures
  • 2.2. Non-compliances are identified, analysed and appropriate responses initiated in accordance with air safety management guidelines
  • 2.3. Outcomes are recorded and reported 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
individual or team-related activities
Supporting documentation
Supporting documentation may include:
maintenance personnel authorisation workbooks
duty statements
standing instructions
Aviation regulatory instructions/policies
Aviation regulatory instructions/policies may include:
Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs)
CASRs, Manuals of Standards and associated Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material
AAP 7001.053 Technical Airworthiness Maintenance Manual
relevant overseas regulations, such as Federal Aviation Regulations or European Aviation Safety Regulations
OHS legislation (state/territory and Commonwealth)
Organisational policy and procedures
Organisational policy and procedures may include:
maintenance organisation manual
maintenance organisation exposition
procedures manuals
work instructions
quality manuals
safety manuals
defence instructions
Australian Air publications
Civil Aviation advisory publications and advisory circulars
specific aircraft/equipment maintenance manuals
inspection schedules and worksheets

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 apply quality system principles and applicable regulatory requirements in setting up a quality system process and monitoring the operation of the process within a quality system.
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, off 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
W8319 MEA120A Manage an aviation maintenance quality system Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUF73 MEA120 Manage an aviation maintenance quality system Unit of competency