Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comments |
2 |
PUA12 V2 |
New unit. |
1 |
PUA00 V8.1 |
Primary release on TGA |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to winch in and out from a helicopter when the degree of the slope or the nature of the ground or the presence of obstacles prohibits a safe landing or a hover–exit.
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 engaged in entering and exiting a helicopter via a winch.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
PUAFIR209B Work safely around aircraft
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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 |
1. Prepare for winch–exit operations |
1.1 Equipment appropriate to helicopter winch operations is selected and prepared in accordance with organisational requirements. 1.2 Appropriate clothing and equipment is selected and worn during winch operations in accordance with organisational requirements. 1.3 Pre-flight checks on clothing and equipment are undertaken in accordance with organisational procedures. 1.4 Damage to firefighting and safety equipment is reported to relevant supervisor for repair, replacement or disposal. 1.5 Pre-flight aircraft safety and winch briefings are obtained from pilot or crew person and acted upon. |
2. Load winch personnel and equipment into helicopter |
2.1 Firefighting equipment is assembled, weighed and recorded. 2.2 Pilot is informed of weights. 2.3 Equipment is loaded into helicopter and secured under supervision of pilot or flight crew. 2.4 Personnel are secured in seatbelts in accordance with workplace instructions. 2.5 Instructions are obtained from pre-mission briefing and clarification of objectives and procedures is sought. 2.6 Pre-flight safety briefing is obtained from pilot or flight crew. |
3. Prepare to winch–exit from helicopter |
3.1 Following clearance from pilot, instructions are received to prepare for exit. 3.2 Winch cable is attached and checked according to procedures. 3.3 Pre-descent checks are conducted in accordance with organisational requirements. 3.4 Seatbelt is released and then re-secured in accordance with organisational procedures and instructions received. 3.5 Movement towards the helicopter door and assumption of the winching position is undertaken in accordance with workplace instructions. 3.6 Clearance is obtained from the pilot to commence winch–exit. 3.7 Emergency procedures are conducted as required. 3.8 Emergency commands are responded to in accordance with organisational procedures. |
4. Winch–exit from helicopter |
4.1 Winch–exit operations are undertaken and conducted in accordance with work health and safety requirements. 4.2 Actions are undertaken to minimise uncommanded movement, spinning or swaying during descent to the ground. 4.3 Appropriate landing technique is selected and used in accordance with ground and safety conditions. 4.4 Winch equipment is detached and the all-clear signal is communicated to pilot or crew person when landing activity is complete. 4.5 Assembly point for individual/s and equipment is identified and reached in accordance with organisational procedures. 4.6 Emergency procedures are conducted as required. 4.7 Emergency commands are responded to in accordance with organisational procedures. |
5. Winch on board helicopter |
5.1 Individual/s and equipment are located at the nominated assembly point in preparation for winching on board. 5.2 Winching equipment is donned and attached to winch cable and all clear signal is communicated to the crew person in accordance with organisational procedures. 5.3 Actions to minimise uncommanded movement, spinning or swaying during ascent to the helicopter are undertaken in accordance with organisational procedures. 5.4 Movement on board the helicopter and towards the seat is undertaken in accordance with workplace instructions. 5.5 Seatbelts are secured until clearance is obtained to commence movement within the helicopter, in accordance with organisational safe work practices. 5.6 Winch cable is detached under instruction and handed to crew person. 5.7 Seatbelts remain secured until the helicopter has landed and clearance is obtained to commence movement within the helicopter. |
6. Perform maintenance on equipment |
6.1 Equipment is inspected and required maintenance is performed in accordance with organisational or manufacturer requirements. 6.2 Damage to equipment is reported to relevant supervisor for repair, replacement or disposal. 6.3 Maintenance or damage to equipment is documented and reported according to procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in a simulated environment followed by assessment by an accredited operator on-the-job. 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
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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Equipment may include: |
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Authorised personnel may include: |
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Emergency procedures may include: |
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Winch-exit operations may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Custom Content Section
Not applicable.