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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify computerised screening systems
  2. Use computerised screening equipment
  3. Ensure security of data

Required Skills

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

Required knowledge

Relevant OHS requirements concerning the use of computerised screening equipment

OHS risks and hazards associated with using computerised screening equipment and ways of controlling risks

Workplace procedures for the use of computerised screening systems appropriate for work role

Typical problems that can occur when using computerised screening systems and appropriate actions that can be taken to prevent or solve them

Housekeeping standards and procedures

Workplace or site layout

Password protection procedures

Types and functions of computerised screening systems

Reporting systems used in the aviation screening workplace

Required skills

Communicate effectively with others when using computerised screening systems

Read and interpret instructions procedures information and manuals relevant to the use of computerised screening systems

Interpret and follow instructions and prioritise work

Complete electronic documentation using computerised screening systems

Identify and use computerised screening equipment software processes and procedures required within the context of the job

Work collaboratively with others when using computerised screening systems

Report andor rectify any identified computerised screening system problems faults or malfunctions

Implement contingency plans for unanticipated situations

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies risk situations and environments

Adapt to differences in computerised screening systems

Maintain handeye coordination

Evidence Required

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

correctly identify the types of computerised equipment systems and functions used in the aviation screening workplace

respond correctly to faults in operating systems software applications or operator errors

demonstrate the ability to start up log in to and load all systems required to fulfil the aviation screening job role

demonstrate an ability to accurately input data to a computerised screening system

implement correct procedures and management and security of data

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 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

As a minimum assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate writtenoral tests

Practical assessment must occur

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation andor

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace


Range Statement

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

Job functions may be conducted:

in a range of work environments

by day or night

Aviation screening workplaces may be:

large, medium or small airports

Computerised screening equipment may include:

keyboards

monitors

bar code readers

computers

printers

networks

X-ray screening equipment

Computer applications may include:

word processors

electronic data interchange systems

information databases and storage systems

work organisation systems

internet browsers

X-ray screening systems

Hazards may include:

hazardous or dangerous materials

contamination of, or from, materials being handled

spills, leakages, ruptures

dust/vapours

Personnel in the work area may include:

customers and clients

workplace personnel

site visitors

contractors

official representatives

Communication in the work area may include:

phone

electronic data interchange

fax

email

internet

radio

oral, aural or signed communications

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

airport procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

standard operating procedures

Information/documents may include:

manufacturers’ instructions concerning the use of computing equipment

workplace procedures and policies for the use of computer equipment

supplier and/or client instructions

relevant codes of practice

relevant legislation, regulations and related documentation

standards and certification requirements

quality assurance procedures

emergency procedures

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

Australian and international regulations and codes of practice

relevant IATA dangerous goods regulations

IATA standard for air cargo packaging (TACT Rules)

Australian Civil Aviation Regulations or Civil Aviation Safety Regulations

Civil Aviation legislation

local instructions

relevant OHS legislation

environmental protection legislation

relevant security regulations

relevant Australian Standards

industrial relations and workplace compensation legislation