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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for refuelling operations
  2. Carry out refuelling operations
  3. Complete post-refuelling operations

Range Statement

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

Refuelling operations must include one or more of the following:

open port refuelling

pressure refuelling

Pre-operational checks must include one or more of the following:

auxiliary equipment check

documentation

fire extinguisher

PPE

radio check

serviceability of ladder or portable steps

sufficient fuel

visual inspection for leaks, defects and obstructions

Hazards, problems and/or defects must include one or more of the following:

contamination of or from materials being handled

dust

fuel vapours

hazardous or dangerous materials

heat

hot engines, static electricity, sparks and other forms of ignition

jet blast or rotor wash

noise

other fuelling additives

other aircraft or vehicles on tarmac

rotating propellers

spills, leakages, ruptures

Personal protective equipment must include:

approved clothing

gloves

hearing protection

high visibility clothing

mask or respirator

safety glasses

safety headwear and footwear

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

communicating effectively with others

completing relevant documentation

conducting pre-operational checks and reporting/rectifying identified hazards, problems and/or defects

identifying and correctly using relevant equipment

implementing contingency plans

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

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

modify 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

operating electronic communications equipment to required protocol

preparing for refuelling operations

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

reporting and/or rectifying identified problems promptly, in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

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

taking fuel sample and conducting visual check prior to aircraft departure

working collaboratively with others

working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or 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:

emergency procedures

manufacturer instructions for equipment used in quality control processes

problems that may occur when operating an aircraft refuelling nozzle and appropriate action that should be taken in each case

quality control principles and processes for operating an aircraft refuelling nozzle

relevant information/documents:

airport airside driver handbook

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

flight schedules

induction and training manuals

relevant International Air Transport Association (IATA) fuel guidelines

loading and fuelling operational checklists

manufacturer specifications and instructions for fueller/dispenser vehicle and auxiliary equipment

workplace instructions and job specification

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASRs) and Civil Aviation Orders and other regulations for quality control processes carried out when operating an aircraft refuelling nozzle

relevant WHS/OHS and environmental procedures and regulations

risks that exist when operating an aircraft refuelling nozzle and related risk control procedures and precautions

selection and correct fitment of PPE required for aircraft refuelling

workplace procedures for conducting various quality control operations related to operating an aircraft refuelling nozzle.