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Work safely and effectively in and around aircraft on the airside

Work safely and effectively in and around aircraft on the airside

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFADI005
State Code
BBC37
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
17/08/2017
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/02/2018
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
21/02/2018
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to work safely and efficiently in and around aircraft when on the airside.It includes working effectively in and around aircraft.This unit applies to persons working as Defence Aerial Delivery Specialists working as part of an aerial delivery crew in and around aircraft airside.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Persons undertaking this unit would work in a range of contexts, under supervision, as part of a team, while performing specific tasks.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Work effectively around aircraft
  • 1.1 Obtain clearances to approach and enter aircraft
  • 1.2 Select and use personal protective equipment (PPE) considering environmental conditions
  • 1.3 Identify aircraft hazards, assess risks and communicate to team members and/or aircrew
  • 1.4 Maintain visual contact with the pilot, other aircrew and ground staff
2 Work effectively in aircraft
  • 2.1 Follow aircrew directions
  • 2.2 Identify and follow aircraft role and capability limitations
  • 2.3 Identify and comply with aircraft weight and balance requirements in accordance with organisational procedures
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State Code National Code Title Type
BDL4 DEF30317 Certificate III in Air Dispatch Qualification