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Conduct airborne extraction operations

Conduct airborne extraction operations

Unit of competency
National Code
AVIY0067
State Code
BHB11
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/08/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct airborne extraction operations in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.It includes preparing helicopter and personnel for airborne extraction, performing airborne extraction operations, and responding to airborne extraction emergencies and abnormal situations.This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to aircraft operational duties of flight crew and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.Operations are conducted as part of commercial and military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.Work is performed independently or under limited supervision within a single-pilot or multi-crew environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare helicopter and personnel for airborne extraction
  • 1.1 Helicopter and airborne extraction equipment are checked to determine serviceability
  • 1.2 Extraction zone characteristics and dimensions are determined and calculated
  • 1.3 Extraction personnel characteristics are considered in scope of mission planning
  • 1.4 Crew is briefed during mission brief
  • 1.5 Airborne extraction supervisor is briefed
  • 1.6 Static ground rehearsals are conducted with personnel and equipment
2 Prepare for airborne extraction
  • 2.1 Extraction equipment is attached and checked for security
  • 2.2 Helicopter safety hazards are communicated using workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Extraction checks are conducted prior to extraction equipment deployment
  • 2.4 Wind speed and direction are communicated
  • 2.5 Approach and overshoot paths are communicated
3 Perform airborne extraction operations
  • 3.1 Helicopter is manoeuvred to extraction point
  • 3.2 Extraction equipment is deployed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Personnel are supervised and directed to attach to extraction equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Situational awareness of extraction position and aircraft flight performance is maintained
  • 3.5 Progress of extraction operation is communicated
  • 3.6 Personnel are directed to detach from extraction equipment
4 Respond to airborne extraction emergencies and abnormal situations
  • 4.1 Airborne extraction emergencies and abnormal situations are identified, diagnosed and communicated
  • 4.2 Airborne extraction emergency or remedial actions are undertaken to maintain safety of flight and personnel
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWO81 AVIY4055 Conduct airborne extraction operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFG59 AVIY0092 Conduct airborne extraction operations Unit of competency