Assessor Resource

AVIB3002B
Inspect and report on aerodrome lighting systems

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Work must be carried out in compliance with the relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.

Use for ADF Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders and Instructions and applicable CASA compliance.

Work is performed under limited supervision.

Work involves the application of relevant principles, regulations, protocols and procedures when inspecting and reporting on aerodrome lighting systems as part of commercial airport activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to inspect and report on aerodrome lighting systems, including inspecting and reporting faults in aerodrome lighting, making any identified unserviceable condition safe, and confirming and reporting the return of the aerodrome lighting to serviceable condition. Required performance includes compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, conventions and protocols, i.e. CAR 94 and 95. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

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Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

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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


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders, i.e. CAR 94 and 95

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Features and characteristics of aerodrome lighting systems

Aerodrome operating procedures

Reporting procedures

Relevant equipment used in the inspection and reporting on aerodrome lighting systems

Effects on the serviceability of the aerodrome caused by lighting faults

Allowable minor repairs under electrical codes and regulations and procedures for engaging a qualified electrician to carry out major repairs

Purpose and application of unserviceability markers

Purpose and application of Method of Working Plans (MOWPs)

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

Problems that may occur when inspecting and reporting on aerodrome lighting systems and appropriate action that should be taken

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when inspecting and reporting on an aerodrome lighting system

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

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to inspecting and reporting on an aerodrome lighting system

Report faults in aerodrome lighting

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when inspecting and reporting on an aerodrome lighting system

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 lighting system in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

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

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

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 inspect and report on an aerodrome lighting system and when facilitating any required repairs

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

Lighting inspections may need to occur:

by day or by night

in any weather conditions

Aerodrome lighting serviceability inspections should occur in accordance with the Manual of Standards - Aerodromes, including:

at least one hour prior to the first commercial transport operation of the day, or

prior to the last light of the day (dusk)

immediately 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 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)

Permanent aerodrome lighting and circuits include:

runway lighting

runway end lights

threshold lights

runway end identification lights

obstacle lighting

aerodrome beacon

approach lighting

illuminated wind indicators

Pilot Activated Lighting (PAL)

taxiway centre lights

taxiway edge lights

apron edge lights

apron flooding lights

'T' Visual Approach Slope Indicator System (T-VASIS)

Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI)

standby power

Temporary aerodrome lighting includes:

kerosene flares, or

battery lights

Reportable hazardous situations caused by faulty lights include:

power supply failure

circuit failure

partial lighting failures, as described in rules and practices for aerodromes

failure of lighting to the wind indicator

failure of obstruction lights

failure of aerodrome beacon

failure of the Pilot Activated Lighting (PAL) warning signal

Procedures for making the lighting problem safe include:

partial closure of the movement area

closing the movement area (aerodrome closure)

contacting the aerodrome user

Unserviceability lights are:

red lights

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

verbal communications

Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs)

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

Method of Working Plan (MOWP)

Initiating repairs or hazard removal procedures includes:

notifying relevant aerodrome personnel

undertaking the repairs

removing the hazard

notifying appropriate electrical contractors

serviceability inspection (following repairs)

Hazards in the work areas may include:

high voltage electrical cables

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

standard operating procedures

Information/documents may include:

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to air traffic control operations, i.e. CAR 94 and 95

aerodrome manual

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)

relevant Civil Aviation Advisory Publications (CAAPs)

regular public transport (RPT) routes and timetables

workplace procedures and instructions and job specification

lighting equipment manufacturers specifications and instructions

induction and training materials

conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

Civil Aviation Act (1988) and Civil Aviation Regulations and Orders (CAR 94 and 95)

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])

applicable state, territory and commonwealth regulations concerning:

electrical codes and regulations

OH&S

workplace relations

workers compensation

environmental protection

equal opportunity

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access to the aerodrome is arranged with appropriate authorities 
Lighting systems are prepared for inspection 
Lighting systems are inspected for serviceability, and faults or hazardous situations which may affect aircraft safety are identified 
Where appropriate, the hazardous situation created by faulty lighting systems is rectified or made safe in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements 
Any requirement for official notification of lighting faults is assessed 
Suitably qualified electrical contractors are contacted for repairs where appropriate 
Relevant authorities or organisations are notified of damage to aerodrome lighting, switching mechanisms and circuits in accordance with workplace communication procedures and regulatory requirements 
Faulty lights are replaced or repaired in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements, with minimal disruption to aircraft movements 
Relevant authorities or organisations are notified of aerodrome works in accordance with workplace communication procedures and regulatory requirements 
Temporary lighting is installed as required 
Restored aerodrome lighting systems are inspected and confirmed for serviceability 
Relevant authorities or organisations are notified of the restoration of lighting serviceability in accordance with workplace communication procedures and regulatory requirements 

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