Elements and Performance Criteria
- Pre-position aerobridge
- Aerobridge pre-operational checks are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
- Aerobridge console is operated in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
- Appropriate safety checks are made to ensure roll-door is down and apron is clear in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- Floodlights are employed during low-visibility operations in accordance with workplace procedures
- Aerobridge is pre-positioned for aircraft type in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
- Roll-door is secured and closed in readiness for aircraft arrival in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Deploy aerobridge
- Aerobridge is manoeuvred towards the aircraft in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures for type of aircraft being docked
- Aerobridge movement is monitored and controlled through docking procedure
- Aerobridge is placed on auto level in accordance with manufacturer instructions
- Aerobridge roll-door and aircraft door are opened and safety shoe is positioned in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- Retract and stow aerobridge
- Aerobridge safety strap is retracted in accordance with workplace procedures
- Aerobridge is retracted from aircraft to minimum safety distance using aerobridge console in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
- Canopy is retracted, lowered and locked into position in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
- Aerobridge pre-position function is selected and aerobridge is returned to PARK position after aircraft departure
- Roll-door is closed and secured in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Aerobridge console is deactivated and power isolated in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures