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:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

developing and delivering an appropriate pre-flight discussion plan

ensuring aircraft is operated in accordance with aircraft operating parameters

assessing applicant's competence against required standards

conducting a post-review briefing

completing appropriate post-review administration

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:

Relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

In Australian Defence Force context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

Relevant sections of national and state or territory regulatory requirements and codes of practice

Australian national competency standards for pilots

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Common risks that exist when conducting flight reviews

Common problems that may occur when conducting flight reviews and appropriate action that should be taken in each case

Assessment and workplace training competency standards

Principles of adult teaching and learning

Human performance and limitations factors relevant to the training tasks

Psychological factors affecting satisfaction of human needs, defence mechanisms and stress management

Relevant workplace policies and procedures

Appropriate methods of analysis and training planning

Lesson planning and development

Preparation of training resources

Principles of assessment

Assessment of behaviour

Self-assessment and evaluation

Questioning techniques

Requirements for completing relevant documentation

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when conducting a flight review

Demonstrate flight instructor role modelling

Apply Crew Resource Management (CRM) skills applicable to conducting a flight review

Apply Threat and Error Management skills applicable to conducting a flight review

Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and other information relevant to conducting a flight review

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to conducting a flight review

Work collaboratively with others when conducting a flight review

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 conducting a flight review in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that may arise when conducting a flight review

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during a flight review

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 clothing and equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Implement OH&S procedures and relevant regulations

Identify and correctly use equipment required to conduct flight review

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

Aircraft operation is conducted in accordance with:

regulatory requirements

safe operational practices

Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may be referred to as:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

standard operating procedures

manufacturers guidelines

established procedures

workplace instructions

in defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

Information/documents may include:

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to the conduct of a flight review

in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH)

Manual of Standards-Pilot Licensing (MOS-PL)

Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)

En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA)

charts

operations manuals

workplace procedures and instructions and job specification

induction and training materials

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

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

relevant Australian Standards

Suitable flight review resources may include:

aircraft

debriefing rooms

classrooms

Environmental conditions may include:

weather

hazards and threats such as power lines and masts

terrain

birds/wildlife

other airspace operations

Assessment of applicant's competence may include:

strengths

deficiencies

remedial actions

self-awareness and insight

self-management