This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit

Required knowledge

Aerodrome layout including access routes

Basic features and characteristics of aerodrome lighting systems

Operation of airband radio equipment as used to communicate with air traffic control ATC andor pilots

Physical characteristics of aircraft

Problems safety hazards and risks that may exist in the operation of an aerodrome and related risk assessmentmanagement measures that may need be taken

Purpose and application of

aerodrome markers markings and aerodrome lighting

Method of Working Plan MOWP

Relevant informationdocuments

Aerodrome Emergency Plan AEP and procedures to be followed for each airport emergency

Aerodrome Manual

Aerodrome safety management system SMS and safetysecurity policies and principles of risk assessment and risk management

Aerodrome standard operating procedures instructions and job specifications

Aerodrome Transport Security Plan TSP

Aeronautical Information Publication AIP

AIP En Route Supplement Australia ERSA

AIP Departure and Approach Procedures DAP

AIP Supplements AIPSUP

Airline timetables

Airside Drivers Handbook andor airside driving requirements for aerodromes

Australian Standards

Aeronautical Information Circulars AICs

Civil Aviation Safety Authority Advisory Publications CAAP and Advisory Circulars AC

Civil Aviation Safety Regulations CASRs

Conditions of service legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards

Induction and training materials

Logbooks

Manual of Standards MOS Part Aerodromes

Manufacturer specifications for equipment used in the workplace

Notices to Airmen NOTAM

Operational checklists

Plans and maps

Relevant forms and databases

Safety data sheets SDS for hazardous materials

Wildlife Hazard Management Plan

Workplace procedures

Relevant legislative and regulatory requirements relating to operating an aerodrome

Requirements for completing relevant documentation andor incident reporting

Reporting procedures

Safety distances required

from an aircraft wingtip to objects including other aircraft

for transfer of hazardous materials

Workplace procedures for applying relevant laws and regulations to the operation of an aerodrome

Weather information and its implications for workplace operations

Required skills

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

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

Apply relevant systems such as aerodrome Safety Management System SMS and procedures to assess andor mitigate risk that might arise in operating an aerodrome

Communicate effectively with others when applying relevant laws and regulations to the operation of an aerodrome

Complete documentation related to operating an aerodrome

Identify and correctly use equipment required for operating an aerodrome

Implement WHSOHS procedures and relevant regulations

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

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

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

computer

radios

telephone

Read and interpret instructions regulations procedures and other information relevant to applying laws and regulations to the operation of an aerodrome

Select and use required personal protective equipment PPE conforming to industry and WHSOHS standards

Work collaboratively with others when operating an aerodrome

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

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 competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements Performance Criteria Required Skills Required Knowledge and include demonstration of applying

required 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 time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include access to

a range of relevant exercises case studies andor other simulated practical and knowledge assessment andor

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 writtenoral tests

Practical assessment must occur in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

Aerodromes may include:

Regulatory requirements and legal obligations may include:

Persons to be notified of breaches may include:

Workplace procedures may include:

Workplace may include: