This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate aircraft refueling nozzles, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.

It includes preparing for refuelling operations, carrying out refuelling operations, and completing post-refuelling operations.

This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to equipment and system operations of flight or ground operations personnel, and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.

Operations are conducted as part of recreational, commercial and military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.

Work is performed independently or under limited supervision as a single operator or within a team environment.

Work is performed independently or under limited supervision within a single-pilot or multi-crew environment.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

Use for Defence Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders, Instructions, Publications and Regulations.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for refuelling operations

1.1

Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and fitted correctly

1.2

Pre-operational checks of equipment are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures

1.3

Hazards, problems and/or defects identified during pre-operational checks are reported/rectified in accordance with workplace procedures

1.4

Outcomes of pre-operational checks are recorded in accordance with workplace procedures

1.5

Refuelling site is selected

2

Carry out refuelling operations

2.1

Clearance to commence refuelling is obtained

2.2

Nozzle is grounded and bonding lead is connected to aircraft in accordance with workplace procedures

2.3

Instructions regarding fuel quantity are obtained

2.4

Refuelling auxiliary equipment is configured for safe fuel delivery

2.5

Aircraft is refuelled in accordance with workplace procedures

3

Complete post-refuelling operations

3.1

Refuelling completion operations are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures

3.2

Fuel sample is taken and visual check is made prior to aircraft departure in accordance with workplace procedures

3.3

Refuelling equipment is disconnected and stowed in accordance with workplace procedures

3.4

Post refuelling documentation is completed and processed in accordance with workplace procedures

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.

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.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

acceptable means of simulation assessment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.

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