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 competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:

risk management

human factors

safety management systems and:

required 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 time and in a suitable range of contexts.

Resources for assessment include access to:

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

Practical assessment must occur in a:

real or appropriately simulated environment.

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:

knowledge and performance questions and direct observation.

This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Risk identification, analysis and control

Error management, including error types, causes and consequences as relevant to this unit

Human performance and its limitations, including the senses, memory and situational awareness as relevant to this unit

The decision making process as relevant to this unit

Management of fatigue as relevant to this unit

Stress, workload and time pressure management in relation to this unit

Effective communication as relevant to this unit.

RPA systems as applicable to rating/endorsement requirements may include:

battery/fuel/power system including:

use of a schematic diagram of the battery/fuel/power system to explain layout and normal operating procedures

likely faults that may affect the battery/fuel/power system

emergency operating procedures for the battery/fuel/power system

operation of /battery/fuel/power selector panel or display as applicable

use of cross-feed or power distribution if applicable

fuel-dumping procedures if applicable

full battery/fuel capacity and fuel grade

normal, minimum and maximum fuel pressures or battery/power levels and power draw as applicable

Hydraulic system (if applicable) including:

use of a schematic diagram of the hydraulic system to explain layout and normal operating procedures

likely faults that may affect the hydraulic system

emergency operating procedures for the hydraulic system

units or services operated by hydraulics

type of hydraulic fluid, operating pressure and capacity of reservoir

Electrical system including:

use of a schematic diagram of the electrical system to explain type(s) of electrical system

likely faults that may affect the electrical system

emergency operating procedures for the electrical system

voltage and amperage of battery or power cell

number and output of generators if applicable

methods of circuit protection if applicable

location of fuses and circuit breakers if applicable

precautions to be taken when operating electrical devices

instruments and displays operated by electrics

Oil/Lubrication system including:

use of a schematic diagram of the oil system to explain functions of the oil system

likely faults that may affect the oil system

emergency operating procedures for the oil system

number of tanks, capacity and oil grade

normal, minimum and maximum oil pressure and temperature

operation of oil cooling system

Autopilot (if applicable) including:

principles of operation of the autopilot system

likely faults that may affect the autopilot system

emergency operating procedures for the autopilot system

identification of power sources, voltage or pressure

procedure to determine gyros are operating normally

procedure to engage autopilot

normal and emergency procedure to disengage autopilot

limits of gyro units

Anti-icing and de-icing systems (if applicable) including:

method of de-icing aerofoils, propeller and carburettor

heat or power source of de-icing/anti-icing equipment

anti-icing and de-icing system limitations and precautions

operation and control of the anti-icing and de-icing systems

likely faults that may affect the anti-icing and de-icing systems

emergency operating procedures for the anti-icing and de-icing systems

Pitot/static system including:

use of a schematic diagram to explain the layout and operation of the pitot/static system

heating source of pitot system if applicable

operating procedure for pitot/static system

methods of detecting pitot/static system problems

procedures to rectify static system problems

location of pitot and static pressure source

location of static drain points if applicable

Detection and Avoidance Systems:

surveillance and collision avoidance functions of Detection and Avoidance Systems

system limitations, selectivity and inhibits

basic components of Detection and Avoidance Systems

identification and demonstration of controls or explanation of the function of the RPA control Station

detection and Avoidance Systems visual displays and symbology

functions of audio alerts and annunciations

appropriate crew response to multiple Detection and Avoidance Systems events

recall of the radiotelephone procedures following a Detection and Avoidance System alert

requirements for a written report of a Detection and Avoidance Systems alert and to whom it must be submitted

Automated systems (if applicable):

limitations of automated systems

operating procedures for systems such as: Flight Management System, auto throttle/engine/thrust control, Flight Director System, automated aircraft navigation systems, automated engine condition and monitoring system

workload management procedures for utilising automated systems

warning systems/indicators to identify automated systems failure

RPA system checklists:

explanation of the normal system operating procedures of the RPA systems, subsystems and devices used to operate the specific RPAS including: use of published scans and checklists, immediate action items, warnings, limitations

Required skills:

Perform systematic scan technique for monitoring RPA systems, sub-systems (equipment) and devices

Operate manual and automated RPA systems where applicable

Interpret RPA system displays (where applicable)

Undertake fault finding in RPA systems

Use automated systems to manage workload

Communicate effectively with others when operating and managing RPA systems

Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and other information relevant to operating and managing RPA systems

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to operating and managing RPA systems

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when operating and managing RPA systems

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 operating and managing RPA systems in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that may arise when operating and managing remote pilot aircraft systems

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist when operating and managing remote pilot aircraft systems

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 or 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 equipment conforming to industry and

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) standards

Implement WHS/OHS procedures and relevant regulations

Identify and correctly use equipment required when operating and managing remote pilot aircraft systems

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Tasks must be undertaken in:

Visual Line of Sight,

Visual Metrological Conditions (VMC)

Performance may be demonstrated in:

single engine RPA

multi engine RPA

variable weather conditions

variable flight situations

abnormal situations

Aircraft may include:

Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA)/Unmanned aircraft

Crew may include:

Remote Pilot

Remote Observers

Payload, Sensor operators and technicians

Instruments may be:

flight instruments suitable for flight

head up display suitable for flight

Limitations may be imposed by:

local noise abatement requirements and curfews

Classes of airspace must be:

in Class G airspace as designated by the regulator, and may be in:

restricted and danger areas

military control zones

Conditions may include:

Autopilot/Flight Director

FMS/other NAV system

simulation of emergency and abnormal procedures

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

Information/documents may include:

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

Manual of Standards

Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)

En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA)

charts

operations manuals

approved checklists

workplace procedures and instructions and job specification

induction and training materials

conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

relevant state/territory WHS/OHS legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

relevant Australian Standards

Performance includes tolerances specified in either of:

relevant licence and aircraft rating requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) such as:

Manual of Standards

relevant Defence documentation such as:

Defence Orders and Instructions