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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Maintain Anti-G suit
   • Anti-G suit is inspected for serviceability in accordance with standard procedures.
   • Anti-G suit is tested for serviceability in accordance with standard procedures and manufacturer's specifications.
   • Identified faults beyond own authority to rectify are reported to supervisor and faulty Anti-G suit is quarantined.
   • Unserviceable parts of the Anti-G suit are replaced and fabric repairs are completed in accordance with standards procedures.
   • Anti-G suit is cleaned in accordance with standard procedures
   • Anti-G suit is presented for inspection by supervisor in accordance with standard procedures.
   • Maintenance documentation is completed and processed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures.
2. Fit Anti-G suit
   • Fitting process is explained to the participant so that optimal fit can be achieved.
   • Participant is measured and appropriate size Anti-G suit is selected.
   • Anti-G suit is adjusted to optimise fit in conjunction with participant feedback.
   • Anti-G suit fit is verified by the supervisor.
   • Relevant documentation is completed and processed in accordance with standard enterprise procedures.

Required Skills

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in Application of occupational health and safety OHS practices relating to AntiG suit maintenance processes including the selection and correct use of PPE where applicable Use of Material Safety Data Sheets MSDS The use of applicable tools and maintenance documentation to testinspect AntiG suits for serviceability replace unserviceable components and repair fabric in accordance with approved procedures including sewing select and use appropriate AntiG suit cleaning materials correctly fit AntiG suits to users Tying of knots including reef knot bowline thumb knot daisy chain half hitch Cleaning and maintenance of equipment and tools

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of Relevant enterprise procedures and maintenance publications OHS procedures relating to AntiG suit maintenance including the selection and use of PPE How to obtain MSDS G forces and AntiG suit operation during flight Physiological effects of flight Critical nature of maintaining and fitting AntiG suits Forces of ejection Operation of testing and measuring equipment and tools used to maintain AntiG suits Inflation methods used in the maintenance of AntiG suits Types of corrosion and contamination that may affect AntiG suits Modification requirements for AntiG suits AntiG suit repair procedures and limitations Lacing techniques used in the fitting of AntiG suits AntiG suit cleaning methods and materials Handling storage and transit procedures

Evidence Required

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria required skills and knowledge range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package
Overview of assessment	A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to maintain and fit AntiG suits while using the correct PPE and observing all relevant safety precautions
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	The underlying skills inherent in this unit should be transferable across a range of aircraft life support equipment maintenance activities It is essential that AntiG suit testing and inspection procedures cleanliness requirements and safety precautions including the correct use of PPE are fully observed understood and complied with Ability to interpret maintenance and fitting procedures and apply them in practice is critical Evidence of transferability of skills and knowledge related to AntiG suit maintenance and fitting is essential This is to be demonstrated through demonstration of the ability to recognise faults and damage and perform appropriate repairs that are within the bounds of the individuals authority and through the demonstration of correct fitting procedures on different sized individuals The work plan should take account of applicable safety and quality requirements in accordance with the industry and regulatory standards A person cannot be assessed as competent until it can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of the workplace assessor that the relevant elements of the Unit of Competency are being achieved under routine supervision on a representative range of maintenance tasks and on the correct fitting of AntiG suits to at least three different sized individuals This shall be established via the records in the Log of Industrial Experience and Achievement or where appropriate an equivalent Industry
Context of and specific resources for assessment	Competency should be assessed in the workplace or simulated workplace using materials tools and equipment specified in the maintenance manuals and applicable procedures It is also expected that general and special purpose tools and ground support equipment would be used where appropriate
Method of assessment
Guidance information for assessment

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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. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Standard procedures	Standard procedures may be found in any or all of: State/Territory/Commonwealth OH&S legislation, regulations and codes Australian Standards equipment manufacturers' specifications, and procedures industry practices safety manual maintenance schedules work instructions maintenance organisation manual MSDS defence regulations and instructions standing instructions
Typical faults	Faults may include: broken zips and stitching contamination corrosion of metal parts such as zippers damaged hardware excessive wear incorrect manufacture leaks tears
Anti-G suit replaceable parts	Parts of the Anti-G suit may include: eyelets press studs zips
Adjustment of fit	Adjustment of the Anti-G suit may be effected by: lacing of torso and legs waist extension/reduction
	Application of this unit may relate to: scheduled or unscheduled maintenance activities individual or team related activities

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