Modification History
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PUA12 V2 |
Application of the Unit added Unit revised to reflect current work requirements Method of assessment added |
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PUA00 V8.1 |
Primary release on TGA |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to apply safe work practices when operating in or around aircraft at an airbase and when engaged in a range of non-specialist, air operations activities.
Aviation operations occur in a heavily regulated environment. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to personnel performing primary aviation roles within the Australasian Inter-service Incident Management System (AIIMS) and all other aviation support roles when operating in or around aircraft. The primary AIIMS aviation roles that require this unit are Air Operations Manager, Aircraft Officer, Air Observer, Air Attack Supervisor and Air Base Manager.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a Unit of Competency. |
Performance Criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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1. Work safely in the vicinity of aircraft |
1.1 Briefing is received prior to deployment or whenever circumstances relevant to their safety or current tasking have changed. 1.2 Briefing on work to be undertaken is undertaken in an appropriate location . 1.3 Suitable visible clothing and protective equipment are used. 1.4 Appropriate precautions and clearances are followed when operating on or near aircraft movement areas. 1.5 Any approach to an operating aircraft is made according to organisational aircraft approach procedures , from an angle visible to the pilot or flight crew and with approval of the pilot or flight crew. 1.6 Adequate clearance is maintained from propellers, rotors and/or turbine engines, exhaust gases and engine intakes. 1.7 Typical manoeuvring patterns of aircraft are anticipated through activities . 1.8 Any instructions or signals from pilots or staff controlling aircraft are complied with 1.9 Site hazards are identified. |
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2. Facilitate safe ground support |
2.1 Appropriate precautions are observed when positioning vehicles or equipment close to aircraft. 2.2 Aircraft design features are respected while boarding, loading or handling aircraft. 2.3 Instructions from pilots and organisational staff coordinating aircraft operations, and organisational procedures and placards are followed during ground support operations. 2.4 Aircraft loading is conducted under pilot or flight crew member supervision and appropriate weight, balance and loading system are complied with. 2.5 Areas are designated and separated according to site features and the specific operations being conducted. 2.6 Fitting of equipment to an aircraft is conducted under pilot supervision in accordance with appropriate regulatory approvals. 2.7 Aircraft fuels, oils, and supplies are stored and handled according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures. 2.8 Any suspected defects or hazards to aircraft or equipment are reported to pilot or other appropriate supervisor. 2.9 Appropriate aerodrome regulations are complied with. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed on-the-job or in a simulated work environment. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to:
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Method of assessment |
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook. Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment. Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an agency-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
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Range Statement
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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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. |
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Briefing must include: |
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Appropriate location must include: |
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Suitable visible clothing and protective equipment may include: |
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Appropriate precautions may include: |
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Aircraft may include: |
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Organisational aircraft approach procedures include: |
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Activities may Include: |
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Staff controlling aircraft may include: |
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Site hazards may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Corequisite Unit/s
Not applicable.
