ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Work effectively as a member of a search and rescue crew

1.1 Crew functions and responsibilities are determined.

1.2 Contact/call-out arrangements and requirements are determined from organisational documents and personal employment requirements

1.3 Factors which impede or disqualify persons from performing safe and effective aircrew duties are determined.

1.4 Communication equipment, terminology and procedures are utilised to ensure safe and effective operations during flight.

1.5 In-flight performance is maintained.

2. Work safely in an aviation environment

2.1 Safety procedures for working in and around aircraft are followed.

2.2 Cabin/load security and dangerous goods requirements are determined and followed in consultation with the pilot-in-command.

2.3 Appropriate manual handling strategies are applied when loading the aircraft.

2.4 In-flight hazards are identified and risks managed.

3. Respond to aircraft emergency situations

3.1 Aircraft cabin, load and occupants are prepared for impact.

3.2 Firefighting equipment is used to protect occupants and the aircraft from fire.

3.3 Escape/evacuation plan is implemented as required.

3.4 Emergency and ongoing care is provided to injured occupants.

3.5 Survival plan is implemented.

4. Complete documentation

4.1 Manifests, load sheets and other pre-flight documents are completed.

4.2 In-flight operations log is completed.

4.3 Debriefing documents and other post flight reports are completed.

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

Required Skills:

The ability to:

communicate information orally and in writing

complete Search and Rescue documentation

harnesses and emergency exits

operate aircraft doors

operate aircraft intercom systems

operate aviation survival equipment

operate firefighting equipment

Required Knowledge:

Evidence of:

a knowledge of aircraft accidental hazards and response

an understanding of airside safety and aircraft safety

an understanding of appropriate air traffic control procedures and terminology

an understanding of appropriate aviation meteorology

an understanding of aviation technology and communication procedures

an understanding of manual handling hazards and techniques

an understanding of Search and Rescue functions and responsibilities

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Operate safely and effectively as a crew member in an aviation environment.

Consistency in performance

In order to assess these performance criteria it may be necessary for evidence to be collected over a period of time in a context of rescue operations.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Evidence can be collected on the job but may be undertaken in a simulation.

Specific resources for assessment

An appropriate training location/venue and access to aircraft and survival equipment required for learning and assessment activities.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment with the following units would help meet aspects of holistic assessment:

PUAAMS002B Search as a member of an air search team

PUATEA001B Work in a team

PUATEA003B Lead, manage and develop teams

PUATEA004C Work effectively in a public safety organisation

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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Organisational documents may include:

emergency service pilots and procedures

aircraft operator company operations manuals

and memoranda of understanding

Factors which may impede or exclude safe performance may include:

physical condition

physiological condition

psychological condition

psychosocial condition

pathological condition

psychosocial condition

Safety procedures for working in and around aircraft may include:

being familiar with aircraft

appreciation of aircraft capabilities

approaching rotary wing aircraft

terrain-related issues

Dangerous goods may include

search and rescue related pyrotechnics

weapons and ammunition

petroleum fuels

In-flight hazards may include:

opening doors/windows

moving around the aircraft

operating near open doors

loose articles in the cabin

dispatching items

operating electronic equipment

Firefighting equipment may include:

dry chemical powder

vaporising liquid

carbon dioxide and foam extinguishers

Emergency care includes:

pre-hospital emergency care as described in workplace emergency care qualifications which meet State and Territory OH&S requirements

Survival equipment may include:

inflatable life-jackets

inflatable life-rafts

survival kits

electronic location beacons

Pre/post-flight documentation may include:

search briefing and debriefing forms

manifests

load sheets

flight logs

post flight reports