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 coordinating aircraft ground operations

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 III.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Regulate aircraft engine ground running

1.1 Appropriate ground engine running locations are selected

1.2 Engine ground running is checked in relation to time, duration and level

1.3 Ground running activities are reported

2Control aircraft parking

2.1 Compliance with aircraft parking restrictions is checked

2.2 Aircraft push-backs are monitored

2.3 Marshalling services are provide (if applicable)

2.4 Parking breaches are logged and reported, and appropriate action is taken

3Provide 'follow-me' services to aircraft

3.1 The need for the service is appropriately assessed

3.2 Appropriate communications are established and maintained

3.3 Appropriate routes are taken

4Provide for security of aircraft on the ground

4.1 Parked aircraft are routinely observed

4.2 Suspicious or unusual activity in the vicinity of parked aircraft is investigated, logged and reported

5Monitor aircraft refuelling

5.1 The use of correct procedures and standards in refuelling activities is monitored

5.2 Correct disposal of fuel samples is ensured

5.3 Breaches are logged and reported

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

Purpose and application of unserviceability markers

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

Physical characteristics of aircraft

Standard operating procedures for coordinating aircraft ground operations

Communication equipment checks

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when coordinating aircraft ground operations

Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and other information relevant to coordinating aircraft ground operations

Prepare, process and complete a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) in accordance with relevant regulatory requirements and procedures

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to aircraft ground operations

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when coordinating aircraft ground operations

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 coordinating aircraft ground operations in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that may arise when coordinating aircraft ground operations

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist while coordinating aircraft ground operations

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 to coordinate aircraft ground operations

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.

Types of aircraft may include:

commercial passenger aircraft

freighter aircraft

commercial charter aircraft

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

Information/documents may include:

aerodrome manuals

workplace operating procedures manuals

workplace procedures and instructions and job specification

Manual of Standards - Aerodromes (part 139)

En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA)

airline timetables

induction and training materials

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

relevant requirements, standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) pertaining to airport reporting

Manual of Standards - Aerodromes (part 139)

sections of Transport Safety Investigations Act pertaining to the reporting of transport safety matters

W - Equipment and Systems Operations

This unit contains employability skills.