This unit applies to aerodromes that operate across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.

The work must be carried out in accordance with applicable operational standards as required by CASA when monitoring the transfer of hazardous materials on an aerodrome.

Use for ADF Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders and Instructions and applicable CASA compliance.

Work is performed under limited supervision.

This unit is nominally packaged at Certificate II.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Monitor the transfer of hazardous materials on an aerodrome

1.1 Location and timing of transfer is determined

1.2 Transfer of hazardous material is monitored to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures

1.3 Breaches of standard operating procedures are logged and reported

1.4 Apron areas are inspected for minor spills and these are reported

2Respond to a hazardous materials incident

2.1 Correct category of spill is determined

2.2 Incident is reported to the appropriate emergency response agency as required

2.3 Safety information on handling hazardous materials is located and utilised

2.4 Operational procedures for responding to a hazardous incident are followed

2.5 Notice to Airman (NOTAM) action is initiated/cancelled if and when necessary

2.6 Awareness of the Occupational Health&Safety (OH&S) and environmental implications of a spill is demonstrated

2.7 Clean-up operations are supervised

2.8 The serviceability of the affected area is determined

2.9 Running log book is maintained throughout the duration of the hazardous materials incident

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

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

Required knowledge:

Procedures for operating electronic communications equipment

Requirements for completing relevant documentation

Aerodrome layout, including access routes

Use of personal protective equipment and clean up materials for hazardous materials spills

Procedures to minimise fire hazards

Safety distances required for transfer of defined hazardous materials

Steps involved in planning the work activities

Procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency

Relevant sections of national and state or territory regulatory requirements and codes of practice

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Procedures for managing and controlling hazardous situations when carrying out work activities

Standard operating procedures for monitoring the transfer of hazardous materials

Categories of hazardous materials spills, and associated response actions

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when monitoring the transfer of hazardous materials

Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and other information relevant to monitoring the transfer of hazardous materials

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to monitoring the transfer of hazardous materials

Use of spill response equipment

Work collaboratively with others when monitoring the transfer of hazardous materials

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems that may occur when monitoring the transfer of hazardous materials in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that may arise when monitoring the transfer of hazardous materials

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist when monitoring the transfer of hazardous materials

Monitor and anticipate operational problems and hazards and take appropriate action

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities dependent on differing workplace contingencies, situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self others, or damage to goods or equipment

Adapt to differences in equipment and operating environment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective clothing and equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Implement OH&S procedures and relevant regulations

Identify and correctly use equipment required when monitoring the transfer of hazardous materials

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 demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

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 and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

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

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

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

Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

The work site may include:

all of the aerodrome

Equipment may include:

a radio

telephone

vehicle with flashing light

markers

lights

maintenance equipment

barricades

sandbags

fire extinguishers

spills response kit

Information and documents may include:

Australian Standards

safety information and guidance material on hazardous materials (including MSDSs)

the Airport Emergency Plan and Procedures

the Aerodrome Manual

log books

NOTAM

Operating conditions may involve a range of scenarios involving:

hazardous materials

Hazardous materials may include:

fuel

dangerous goods

explosives

ammunition

sewerage

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders and other regulatory requirements

Manual of Standards - Aerodromes (part 139)

F - Safety Management

This unit contains employability skills.