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 implementing airside access

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

1Implement airside access procedures

1.1 Eligibility for access is determined

1.2 Access is permitted or denied

1.3 Escorts are provided when required

1.4 Appropriate records are maintained

2Report on airside access

2.1 Reported access breaches are addressed in accordance with standard operating procedures

2.2 Recommendations and reports on access incidents are made to aerodrome management

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

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

Standard operating procedures relating to implementing airside access procedures

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when implementing airside access procedures

Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and other information relevant to implementing airside access procedures

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to implementing airside access procedures

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when implementing airside access procedures

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 implementing airside access procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that may arise when implementing airside access procedures

Implement OH&S procedures and relevant regulations

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.

Problems and irregularities that may occur when implementing airside access procedures may include:

control and loss of keys

supply of materials

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:

the airside

the interface with the landside

Equipment may include:

vehicle

identity card(s)

computer

access locks and keys

Relevant documents may include:

legislation

the Aerodrome Manual

passes and permits

Transport Security Program

ASIC program

Operating conditions may involve:

a range of access scenarios

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

Manual of Standards - Aerodromes (part 139)

O - Security

This unit contains employability skills.