This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit. |
Required knowledge: |
Aerodrome layout including access routes |
Aircraft schedules and their use in inspecting and reporting on serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems |
Allowable minor repairs under electrical codes and/or workplace procedures and arrangements for engaging a qualified electrician to carry out repairs |
Basic features and characteristics of aerodrome lighting systems |
Different operating conditions: |
all weather conditions |
day and night |
variety of terrain conditions |
various forms of transport such as vehicle, other motorised/towed equipment |
Effects on serviceability of aerodrome caused by lighting faults |
Equipment used in inspecting and reporting on serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems |
Operation of airband radio equipment as used to communicate with air traffic control (ATC) and/or pilots |
Permanent aerodrome lighting: |
aerodrome beacon |
approach lighting |
apron: |
edge lights |
flooding lights |
illuminated wind indicators |
obstacle lighting |
Pilot Activated Lighting (PAL) |
Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) |
runway: |
end identification lights |
end lights |
edge lights |
threshold lights |
standby power |
taxiway: |
centreline lights |
edge lights |
'T' Visual Approach Slope Indicator System (T-VASIS) |
Problems, safety hazards and risks that exist when inspecting serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems and related assessment/management measures that may need to be taken into account |
Procedures for servicing and minor maintenance of equipment used in inspecting and reporting on serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems |
Purpose and application of aerodrome markers, markings and temporary lighting |
Radio frequencies applicable to the aerodrome: |
Automatic Terminal Information Services (ATIS) |
Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) |
other air traffic agencies (such as ATC or Flight Information Region (FIR)) |
Aerodrome Weather Information Broadcast (AWIB) |
Relevant information/documents: |
Aerodrome Emergency Plan (AEP) and procedures to be followed for each aerodrome emergency |
aerodrome Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP) |
Aerodrome Manual |
aerodrome safety management system (SMS) and safety/security policies and principles of risk assessment and risk management |
Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) |
AIP - En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA) |
airline timetables |
Airside Drivers Handbook and/or airside driving requirements for the aerodrome |
Australian Standards |
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards |
equipment manufacturer specifications for inspecting and reporting on aerodrome lighting systems |
induction and training material |
logbooks |
Manual of Standards (MOS Part 139 - Aerodromes) |
Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) |
Operational checklists |
plans and maps |
Relevant legislative and regulatory requirements relating to inspecting and reporting on the OLS as identified in: |
Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASRs) and Manual of Standards (MOS) Part 139 |
Defence Orders and Instructions |
environmental sustainability |
standards and recommended practices (SARPs) of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) |
workplace relations |
work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental, procedures and regulations including Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP) |
Reporting procedures |
Requirements for completing relevant documentation and/or incident reporting |
Vehicle or other mobile obstacle markings and equipment: |
company logo/identification |
orange or yellow painting or distinctive marking (of vehicles regularly used on movement area) |
warning lights (orange/amber/yellow) mounted to be visible through 360o |
Weather information and its implications for workplace operations |
Workplace procedures for inspecting and reporting on serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems |
Required skills: |
Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others |
Adapt to differences in equipment and operating environment in accordance with workplace procedures |
Apply the relevant systems (such as SMS) and procedures to assess and/or mitigate risk that might arise during inspecting and reporting on serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems |
Communicate effectively with others when inspecting and reporting on serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems |
Complete documentation related to inspecting and reporting on serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems |
Identify and correctly use equipment required to inspect and report on serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems such as: |
computer |
hand tools |
lights |
maintenance equipment |
markers |
radio/s - non-ops/HF radio, airband/VHF radio |
telephone |
vehicle with flashing light |
vehicle siren/loud speaker |
Implement WHS/OHS procedures and relevant regulations |
Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work |
Modify activities according to workplace contingencies, situations and environments |
Monitor and anticipate operational problems and hazards and take appropriate action |
Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule |
Operate electronic communications equipment to required protocols |
Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and other information relevant to inspecting and reporting on serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems |
Report faults in aerodrome lighting |
Select and use required personal protective equipment (PPE) conforming to industry and WHS/OHS standards |
Work collaboratively with others when inspecting and reporting on serviceability of aerodrome lighting systems |
Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment |