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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan and prepare for work in an aircraft confined space
  2. Enter and work in an aircraft confined space
  3. Exit aircraft confined space
  4. Complete confined space activities

Range Statement

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Hazards that exist when working in an aircraft confined space include one or more of the following:

climatic conditions/extreme temperatures

contaminated atmosphere

dust

fire

hazardous materials

height of confined aircraft space

moving equipment within aircraft

noise

protruding surfaces in aircraft bulkhead and hold structures

toxic gases

uneven surfaces or gaps in aircraft floor

vibration

Tools and equipment must include one or more of the following:

atmospheric testing equipment

communications equipment

harness and lifeline

selfcontained breathing apparatus

signs and barriers

tools and equipment relevant to work to be performed

Personal protective equipment must include one or more of the following:

hearing protection

high visibility clothing

protective clothing

safety footwear

safety glasses

safety gloves

sun protection

Communication must include one or more of the following:

hand signals

mobile phone

two-way radio

verbal instructions

written instructions

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least one occasion and include:

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

applying precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards

applying safe and effective operational use of tools, equipment and personal protective equipment

applying safe preparation, entry and exit performance and application of all appropriate procedures

communicating effectively with others

completing relevant documentation

complying with organisational policies and procedures

identifying and correctly using aircraft confined space tools and equipment

implementing contingency plans

implementing work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures and relevant regulations

modifying activities depending on workplace contingencies, situations and environments

monitoring and anticipating operational problems and hazards and taking appropriate action

monitoring work activities in terms of planned schedule

planning and preparing for work in an aircraft confined space

reading, interpreting and following relevant instructions, regulations, procedures, information and signs

reporting and/or rectifying problems, faults or malfunctions promptly, in accordance with workplace procedures

selecting and using required personal protective clothing and equipment conforming to industry and WHS/OHS standards

working collaboratively with others

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

Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

aircraft confined space management and reporting procedures

common hazards associated with working in aircraft confined spaces

manufacturer instructions for aircraft confined space tools and personal protective equipment

organisational defect reporting procedures

problems that may occur when working in an aircraft confined space, and appropriate action that should be taken in each case

regulations, legislation, organisational policy and procedures in relation to working in aircraft confined spaces

relevant WHS/OHS and environmental procedures and regulations

risks that exist when working in an aircraft confined space, and related risk control procedures and precautions

safe manual handling techniques in confined spaces

workplace procedures for working in an aircraft confined space.