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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Conduct pre-operational checks on fueller/dispenser vehicle and equipment
  2. Load fueller
  3. Position fueller/dispenser vehicle
  4. Carry out refuelling operations
  5. Complete post-refuelling operations
  6. Complete documentation

Range Statement

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

Pre-operational checks must include:

air-pressure after start-up

auxiliary equipment

brake interlock override switch seal

brake test

fire extinguishers

personal protective equipment (PPE)

radio check with base

required documentation

sampling equipment and water detection capsules

serviceability of ladder or portable steps

sufficient fuel in fueller for planned refuelling job

vehicle parked in designated area

visual inspection for leaks, defects and obstructions

Personal protective equipment must include:

approved uniform

gloves

hearing protection

high visibility clothing

mask or respirator

safety glasses

safety headwear and footwear

Hazards must include one or more of the following:

contamination of, or from, materials being handled

dust

fuel vapours

hazardous or dangerous materials

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

jet blast

noise

other additives (such as water, methanol, icing inhibitors)

other vehicles on tarmac

rotating propellers

spill, leakages, ruptures


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 relevant legislation and workplace procedures

communicating effectively with others

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

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

operating electronic communications equipment to required protocol

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 and local instructions

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

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:

differences in refuelling procedures for various types of aircraft

emergency procedures

manufacturer instructions for fueller vehicle and auxiliary equipment

relevant Australian Standards

relevant information/documents:

airport airside driver handbook

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

flight schedules

relevant International Air Transport Association (IATA) fuel guidelines

induction and training materials

loading and fuelling operational checklists

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

workplace instructions and job specification

relevant legislation and regulations such as the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG) Code

people to consult about refuelling operations:

aircrew

airline engineers or representatives

ground support staff

other refuelling staff

supervisors and managers

technical staff

principles and processes of aircraft refuelling

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

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASRs) and Civil Aviation Orders and other regulations for the refuelling of aircraft

relevant WHS/OHS and environmental procedures and regulations

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

selection and correct fitment of PPE

workplace procedures for loading a fueller and refuelling aircraft.