Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Tools and equipment may include but are not limited to:
harness and lifeline
signs and barriers
self contained breathing apparatus
atmospheric testing equipment
communications equipment
tools and equipment relevant to the work to be performed
Personal protective equipment may include but is not limited to:
hearing protection
safety gloves
safety footwear
safety glasses
protective clothing
high visibility clothing
sun protection
Hazards that may exist when working in an aircraft confined space may include but are not limited to:
moving equipment within aircraft
uneven surfaces or gaps in the floor of the aircraft
protruding surfaces in the aircraft's bulkhead and hold structures
height of confined aircraft space
noise
vibration
dust
fire
climatic conditions/extreme temperatures
hazardous materials
contaminated atmosphere
toxic gases
Communications may include:
two-way radio
hand signals
mobile phone
verbal instructions
written instructions
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
manufacturer instructions
Information/documents may include:
in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions
operations manuals
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
induction and training materials
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
relevant Australian Standards

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
location, interpretation and application of relevant information, standards and specifications
compliance with work instructions, OH&S regulations and state/territory legislation applicable to working in aircraft confined spaces
compliance with organisational policies and procedures
safe preparation, entry and exit performance and application of all appropriate procedures
safe and effective operational use of tools, equipment and personal protective equipment

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace