ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare for the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity

1.2. Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task

1.3. Identify, manage and report all potential hazards

1.4. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are read/passed on

1.5. Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work in accordance with operational requirements

1.6. Confirm availability of necessary auxiliary equipment in accordance with operational requirements

2. Prepare for helicopter landing

2.1. Conform to safe working practices and operational requirements

2.2. Site equipment for safe and optimum use in accordance with operational instructions

2.3. Assemble freight and baggage for transportation in accordance with operational instructions

3. Load and unload helicopter

3.1. Make helicopter safe in accordance with operational requirements

3.2. Provide assistance in controlling the transfer of passengers in accordance with operational instructions

3.3. Assemble freight and baggage for transportation

4. Refuelling

4.1. Provide assistance during refuelling

4.2. Identify and report faults

4.3. Store refuelling equipment properly after use

5. Carry out helicopter 'standby' duties

5.1. Obtain and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

5.2. Hold correct position on landing helipad

5.3. Monitor landing and take off

5.4. Report faults and take appropriate action within functional responsibility

6. Prepare for helicopter departure

6.1. Store equipment safely and securely in designated location in accordance with operational requirements

6.2. Identify and report faults and take appropriate remedial action

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to assist in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for assisting in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations

understand effects of environmental conditions

implement cargo handling/weight distribution requirements

understand air regulations covering carriage of dangerous goods

understand reasons for clearing away equipment

apply refuelling procedures for vehicles, drill rigs and ancillary equipment

apply workplace communication procedures, using:

2-way radio

hand signals

telephone

public address system

written work instructions

apply good housekeeping principals

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to assist in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations:

occupational health, safety and environment requirements and procedures

company and statutory guidelines, procedures and practices

safe lifting and handling techniques

safe handling of passengers

safe boarding methods

hazards associated with approaching the aircraft

cargo handling/weight distribution requirements

rig maintenance

normal drilling operations

non-routine drilling operations

man management/rig management

offshore technology

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

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 worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for assisting in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of assisting in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations

working with others to undertake and complete the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of passenger and freight transfer assistance during helicopter operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistent achievement of required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete assisting with the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Relevant compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

petroleum regulations

Petroleum Submerged Lands Act (PSLA)

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

safe working practices

Work instructions may come from briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include:

nature and scope of tasks

specifications

quality of finished works

achieved targets

operational conditions

obtaining of required permits

site layout

out of bounds areas

worksite inspection requirements

lighting conditions

plant of equipment defects

coordination requirements or issues

contamination control requirements

environmental control requirements

barricade and signage requirements

instructions concerning:

passengers

baggage

freight

refuelling

shutdown

rotors turning

helicopter type

Hazards may include:

working in proximity to drilling rig

sun, rain, wind, storms

hot and cold

calm to severe weather conditions

24 hour operation

Coordination requirements may include:

other equipment operators

maintenance personnel

supervisors

site personnel

Briefings/handover details may include:

safety briefing/induction

pre-tour safety meeting

weekly safety meetings

Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

agreed procedures may include:

company

facility

client

permit to work

Equipment may include:

fire and safety equipment

chocks

hand tools

nets

power supply

Remedial action may include:

report

record

rectify

repair

adjust

replace