The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible. | |
Prerequisite Unit/s | Nil |
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Rig container and platform for air-drop loads | 1.1 Hand and power tools are selected and used in accordance with standard procedures 1.2 Cordage is selected and used in accordance with standard procedures 1.3 Aerial delivery equipment is selected and used in accordance with standard procedures 1.4 Parachutes are selected and handled in accordance with standard procedures 1.5 Parachutes are attached in accordance with standard procedures 1.6 Container and platform loads are rigged as part of a crew, and in accordance with standard procedures 1.7 Air-drop and air movement documentation is compiled, used and distributed in accordance with standard procedures |
2. Load and dispatch air-drop loads | 2.1 Aircraft loading equipment is operated in accordance with standard procedures 2.2 Aircraft restraint devices are operated in accordance with standard procedures 2.3 Stores and equipment are prepared for container and platform air-drop 2.4 Aircraft loading is completed as part of a crew and in accordance with standard procedures 2.5 Air-drop loads are safely and effectively dispatched from the aircraft in accordance with air-drop procedures |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
complete documentation display initiative manage resources use hand and power tools use weighing devices (scales) and calculators |
Required Knowledge |
airfield and aircraft discipline applicable air-drop publications cargo aircraft roles and capabilities classification for dangerous goods compiling air movements and air-drop documentation load preparation loading cargo aircraft OH&S particular to rigging and loading air-drop loads responsibilities of an air dispatch crew member in flight rigging container loads rigging platform loads types and methods of air-drop and their application uses, strengths, handling and storage of aerial delivery equipment |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Assessmentmust confirm the ability to: interpret air logistic publications and comply with their requirements apply rated strengths and/or safe working stresses adhere to aircraft/airfield discipline requirements identify aircraft safety features, tie-down points and capacities load, restrain and manually dispatch compact and container air-drop loads from aircraft load and restrain container and platform loads in the aircraft for air-drop. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of workplace environments to ensure consistency of performance in a range of contexts. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment. Specific resources for assessment Access to: air-drop capable aircraft and crew airfield/tarmac aerial delivery equipment loads parachutes restraining devices air-drop containers drop zone suitable rigging area mechanical handling equipment aircraft loading equipment drop zone support staff, equipment and vehicles personal safety clothing and equipment (protective flying dress, harnesses and hearing protection) aircraft communication equipment (headsets). |
Guidance information for assessment | Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. |
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. | |
Air-drop loads may include | Methods: door loads wing loads gravity loads extracted loads Types: free drop high velocity low velocity |
Standard procedures may include | Australian Standards Defence instructions Doctrinal pamphlets Job guides and other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions Occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations Organisational policies and procedures Procedure manuals Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state or federal legislation Routine Orders Standing Operating Procedures Standing Orders Written and verbal orders |
Cordage may include | Braided nylon cord (1000 lb) Ticket 8/7 cotton thread Type III nylon (550 lb) Type VIII nylon (3600 lb) ¼ inch cotton webbing (80 lb) ½ inch tubular nylon (1000 lb) |
Aerial delivery equipment may include | Emergency restraint systems Energy dissipating material (EDM/honeycomb) Extraction systems Free drop containers (Heli and Maxi box) Parachute release devices Platform components Screws, nails and assorted expense items Straps and containers Suspension slings Timber (plywood sheets and Oregon lengths) Type V lashings, 10,000 lb devices |
Parachutes may include | P1, C1 G12D G11A/B/C 68 inch pilot 15/22/28 ft extraction |
Container loads may include | A7A compact A21 container A22 container Heli 0box Maxi box Rope compact |
Platform loads may include | Combat Expendable Platform (CEP) Metal Framed Platform (MFP) Type V platform |
Air-drop and air movement documentation may include | Container load data inspection sheet Dangerous goods documentation Heavy drop load data inspection sheet ST 133 cargo mail manifests PY 104 passenger manifests |
Aircraft loading equipment may include | Buffer boards Centre Vertical Restrain system (CVR) JURY strut DHC-4 MHE RAMP jack C130 WHEEL chocks |
Restraint devices may include | CGU1B DACRON lashings MB1 and MB2 tie-down devices 10 000 lb and 25 000 lb tie-down chains |
Not applicable.
This unit contains employability skills. |
Not applicable.