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Review operational schedules
Review operational schedules
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPBORD403A
PSPBORD403A
State Code
C8076
C8076
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/07/2014
Field of Education
090911 - Taxation Law
Original Release Date
04/07/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to review flight schedules against the strategic long-term flight plan and immediate timeframe requirements. It includes reviewing operational flight schedules, confirming operations, monitoring weekly flying program, planning information collection, briefing management, assisting tactical operations, and assessing crew and aircraft readiness for operation.In practice, reviewing operational schedules may overlap with other generalist and specialist public sector work activities such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, applying government processes, using resources, developing work plans, gathering information, etc.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Review operational flight schedules
- 1.1 Flight programs are checked and schedules reviewed against relevant plans/programs.
- 1.2 Operational priorities and capabilities are confirmed and take into account diverse conditions.
- 1.3 Variations to schedules are made in response to tasking priorities and capabilities.
- 1.4 Liaison with clients is established and maintained.
- 1.5 Regional-specific input is requested from clients as appropriate.
2. Confirm operations
- 2.1 Relevant plans/programs are reviewed.
- 2.2 Flight routes are confirmed as being consistent with known requirements and aircraft capabilities.
- 2.3 Service delivery standards and agreed performance targets are taken into account in planning .
- 2.4 Aircraft and crew availability is checked.
- 2.5 Clients are consulted as required regarding details of the flight plans and information requirements.
- 2.6 Contingencies are addressed.
- 2.7 The weekly flying program is formulated and published.
3. Monitor flying program
- 3.1 The flying program is checked against the relevant plans/programs.
- 3.2 The program is checked to make sure there are no conflicts with other operational areas.
- 3.3 Flights are re-programmed as required.
4. Plan information collection
- 4.1 Information requirements are identified.
- 4.2 The method of information collection is selected.
- 4.3 Stakeholders are identified.
- 4.4 Form of dissemination is identified.
5. Brief management
- 5.1 Management is kept informed of workload.
- 5.2 Management is informed of any relevant problems, issues or concerns.
- 5.3 Trends in service demand, outcomes, equipment, problems are identified and discussed.
6. Assist tactical operations
- 6.1 Tactical operations are supported by an approved client tasking.
- 6.2 Issues such as infrastructure support are addressed.
- 6.3 Contingencies are managed.
- 6.4 Opportunities to improve outcomes are identified.
- 6.5 Passenger approvals are requested.
- 6.6 Participation is undertaken as a member of the flight team as appropriate.
7. Assess crew and aircraft readiness for operation
- 7.1 Confirmation is received that aircraft and crews are available and crews are properly briefed.
- 7.2 The readiness of craft and equipment is confirmed.
- 7.3 Appropriate action is taken if there is any concern about operational readiness.
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.
Flightprograms may include:
daily schedules
weekly schedules
monthly schedules
Review takes into account:
regional environmental factors
availability of aircraft
availability of flight crew
addition of any passengers and freight
Relevant plans/programs include:
Coastwatch monthly surveillance program
daily, weekly, monthly flight program
Diverse conditions may include:
weather
additional passenger load, etc
Planning operations involves:
considering flight route requirements:
visual flight routes
electronic flight routes
hybrid flight routes
Information collection includes:
statistical results
analytical results
operational outcomes
Tasking involves:
preparation of flight plans based on relevant plans/programs
information collection
strategic tasking consistent with the weekly flight plan
ad-hoc taskings
consideration of:
weather
tactical requirements
aircraft serviceability
crew availability
Infrastructure support includes but is not limited to:
civil aviation considerations and requirements
reporting requirements
day or night operations
crewing
suitable platform
where to base
search planning
necessary technology and equipment
Contingencies include but are not limited to:
office relief
who is on call
officer relief
overseas deployment
Briefing teams includes:
briefing/de-briefing the contractor's flight crew
setting targets and standards
establishing purpose and objectives
providing opportunities to clarify and receive feedback
Flightprograms may include:
daily schedules
weekly schedules
monthly schedules
Review takes into account:
regional environmental factors
availability of aircraft
availability of flight crew
addition of any passengers and freight
Relevant plans/programs include:
Coastwatch monthly surveillance program
daily, weekly, monthly flight program
Diverse conditions may include:
weather
additional passenger load, etc
Planning operations involves:
considering flight route requirements:
visual flight routes
electronic flight routes
hybrid flight routes
Information collection includes:
statistical results
analytical results
operational outcomes
Tasking involves:
preparation of flight plans based on relevant plans/programs
information collection
strategic tasking consistent with the weekly flight plan
ad-hoc taskings
consideration of:
weather
tactical requirements
aircraft serviceability
crew availability
Infrastructure support includes but is not limited to:
civil aviation considerations and requirements
reporting requirements
day or night operations
crewing
suitable platform
where to base
search planning
necessary technology and equipment
Contingencies include but are not limited to:
office relief
who is on call
officer relief
overseas deployment
Briefing teams includes:
briefing/de-briefing the contractor's flight crew
setting targets and standards
establishing purpose and objectives
providing opportunities to clarify and receive feedback
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.
Units to be assessed together
Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil
Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPBORD402A Develop surveillance flight routes
PSPBORD404A Analyse surveillance products
PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPREG401C Exercise regulatory powers
Overview of evidence requirements
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
review of operational schedules in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and guidelines relating to the review of operational schedules
operational equipment and technology
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when reviewing operational schedules
Where and how to assess evidence
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when reviewing operational schedules, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
review of operational schedules in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as security requirements, staff rostering and availability, literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
portfolios
questioning
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
For consistency of assessment
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments
Units to be assessed together
Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil
Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPBORD402A Develop surveillance flight routes
PSPBORD404A Analyse surveillance products
PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information
PSPGOV422A Apply government processes
PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector
PSPREG401C Exercise regulatory powers
Overview of evidence requirements
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
review of operational schedules in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and guidelines relating to the review of operational schedules
operational equipment and technology
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when reviewing operational schedules
Where and how to assess evidence
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when reviewing operational schedules, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
review of operational schedules in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as security requirements, staff rostering and availability, literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
portfolios
questioning
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
For consistency of assessment
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWW50 | PSPBDR008 | Review operational schedules | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J284 | PSP40212 | Certificate IV in Government (Border Protection) | Qualification |