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

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

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

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to inspecting and reporting on aerodromes (i.e. CAR 89)

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Aerodrome inspection procedures

Aerodrome operating procedures

Functions of a works safety officer (as defined in Civil Aviation Safety Regulations)

Reporting procedures

Relevant equipment used in aerodrome inspection and reporting

Aircraft schedules and their use in aerodrome inspection and reporting

Purpose and application of unserviceability markers

Purpose and application of Method of Working Plans (MOWPs)

Aerodrome emergency response procedures

Safety hazards and risks that exist when inspecting an aerodrome and related risk control procedures and precautions

Problems that may occur when inspecting and reporting on an aerodrome and appropriate action that should be taken in each case

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when inspecting and reporting on an aerodrome

Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and other information relevant to inspecting and reporting on an aerodrome

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to inspecting and reporting on an aerodrome

Report hazardous situations that may arise on an aerodrome

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when inspecting and reporting on an aerodrome

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems that may occur when inspecting and reporting on an aerodrome in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that may arise when inspecting and reporting on an aerodrome

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during the inspection and reporting on an aerodrome

Monitor and anticipate operational problems and hazards and take appropriate action

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities dependent on differing workplace contingencies, situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Adapt to differences in equipment and operating environment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Implement OH&S procedures and relevant regulations

Identify and correctly use equipment required to conduct an inspection and reporting on an aerodrome

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Inspections may need to occur:

by day or by night

in any weather conditions

and will include movement areas, Obstacle Restriction Areas, animal and bird hazards and objects becoming hazards within obstacle limitation areas

Aerodrome serviceability inspections should occur:

at least one hour prior to the first commercial transport operation of the day, or as determined by the aerodrome operator, or

after any significant phenomenon which could reasonably be expected to affect the serviceability of the aerodrome, or

otherwise as determined by the aerodrome operator

Situations requiring reporting may include:

changes to temporary or permanent published aerodrome information

hazardous situations resulting in some or all of the aerodrome becoming unserviceable

aerodrome works

restoration of aerodrome serviceability

Relevant authorities for accessing and reporting purposes may include:

aerodrome operator or delegated person

NOTAM Office (Airservices Australia)

Civil Aviation Safety Authority

Air Traffic Control (ATC)

Australian Defence Forces Command for military bases

aerodrome users

Aerodromes may include:

licensed aerodromes

unlicensed aerodromes

Aircraft Landing Areas (ALAs)

Aerodrome movement area includes:

apron

taxiway

runway

Obstacle Restriction Area (ORA)

Aerodrome surrounds may include:

fences and gates

buildings

permanent or temporary structures under flight paths (including runway approaches, take-off areas and circuit areas or Obstacle Limitation Surfaces [OLS])

drainage systems

areas surrounding navigational aids

obstacle limitation surfaces

Obstacle Restriction Areas may include:

runway strips

clearways

taxiway strips

runway end safety areas

Visual aids may include:

wind indicator

signal circles

markers and markings

Signs and notices may include:

authorised entry

speed restrictions

no smoking

limited access

hazard warnings

movement area guidance signs

underground electrical reticulation

Navigational aids may include:

Non-directional Beacons (NDBs)

VHF Omni-directional Radio Range (VOR)

Distance Measuring Equipment (DME)

Instrument Landing System (ILS)

Hazardous situations leading to the unserviceability of sealed movement areas may include:

changes or loss of runway surface frictional characteristics

excessive loose materials

potholes or cracks

unsatisfactory pavement bearing capacity

loss of runway shape

loss of visibility of markings

stripping

flooding

runway edge fretting

bird or animal activity

disabled aircraft, vehicles, and equipment

fuel and oil spills

Hazardous situations leading to the unserviceability of unsealed movement areas may include:

pot holes, scouring, ruts

excessive loose materials

unsatisfactory surface bearing capacity (e.g. becoming too soft, slippery or rough)

long grass, surface cracks, stones and debris

loss of runway shape

loss of visibility of markers

bird or animal activity

disabled aircraft, vehicles, and equipment

fuel and oil spills

flooding

Hazardous situations leading to the unserviceability of the Obstacle Restriction Areas may include:

long grass

surface cracks

large rocks

vehicles plant and equipment on the movement area

bird or animal activity

unduly rough surface that may cause damage to an aircraft (not including an aircraft becoming bogged)

Hazardous situations leading to the unserviceability of the aerodrome surrounds may include:

structures extending beyond the Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (OLS)

broken fences or open gates

faulty drains

erosion or other damage to the shoulder of the movement area

incorrect or unclear markers and unclear runway markings

damaged wind assembly

long grass, surface cracks, stones and debris

aerodrome works (e.g. Time Limited Work, major works requiring Method of Working Plan (MOWP))

situations restricting the effective operation of navigational aids such as:

vehicle movements within restricted areas

obstructions (e.g. grass, trees, vehicles, buildings)

inappropriate or faulty restriction markers or fences

electrical power lines infringing on clearance zones

power cables incorrectly laid

Procedures for making movement and Obstacle Restriction Areas safe may involve:

marking the unserviceable area by day or night

partial closure of the movement area

closing the movement area (aerodrome closure)

extinguish lighting in the hazardous section of the movement area

contacting the aerodrome users

reporting of the above by NOTAM

Serviceability markings/advice may include:

signal circle markers

unserviceability cross markers

unserviceability cones

displaced threshold markers

unserviceability lighting

glider markers

dumb bell markers

Suitable means of reporting will include some or all of the following:

verbal communications

other written means of communication as is appropriate (e.g. fax)

NOTAMs

Method of Working Plan (MOWP)

Procedures for initiating repairs or hazard removal may include:

notifying relevant aerodrome personnel

undertaking the repairs

removing the hazard

notifying appropriate contractors

Procedures for appropriate bird and animal management may include:

maintaining perimeter fencing

harassment procedures including explosives sounds, sirens etc.

culling

environmental controls (e.g. dumping of rubbish)

habitat management in accordance with the Bird/Wildlife Hazard Management Program

Emergency response procedures may include:

implementing aerodrome emergency procedures

reporting to the local police service

reporting to the Australian Transport Safety Bureau

Hazards in the work areas may include:

aircraft noise

aircraft movements

other vehicles in the vicinity of the aircraft

personnel in the vicinity of the aircraft

jet blast

fumes

dust

Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Information/documents may include:

sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to inspecting and reporting on aerodromes (i.e. CAR 89)

aerodrome manuals

workplace operating procedures manuals

Manual of Standards - Aerodromes (previously Rules and Practices for Aerodromes [RPA])

En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA)

Departure and Approach Procedures (DAP)

manufacturers specifications for equipment used when inspecting and reporting on aerodromes

Civil Aviation Advisory Publications (CAAPs)

airline timetables

induction and training materials

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to inspecting and reporting on aerodromes (i.e. CAR 89)

relevant requirements, standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) pertaining to airport reporting

Manual of Standards - Aerodromes (previously Rules and Practices for Aerodromes [RPA])

Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code and Mines Regulation Act for fuel

applicable state, territory and commonwealth regulations concerning:

occupational health and safety

workplace relations

workers compensation

ADG Code and Mines Regulation Act for fuel

environmental protection

equal opportunity

wildlife management (including culling)