Assessor Resource

MEA141
Manage risk in aviation maintenance

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit of competency requires application of skills and knowledge relating to the identification of risks and the management of risk in the fields of management of the performance of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and in the provision of maintenance support or integrated logistic support (ILS) during maintenance. Work may be performed individually or as part of a team.

The unit is part of the Aeroskills Advanced Diploma training pathways. It is used in workplaces that operate under the airworthiness regulatory systems of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

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Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1.

Identify the criteria for risk management

1.1

Risk management procedures are identified from the organisation’s risk management plan/maintenance organisation exposition

1.2

Where a risk management plan does not exist, potential risks are identified and documented

1.3

Criteria for managing the identified risks are determined in accordance with standard risk management procedures and documented as a risk management plan

1.4

The process for evaluation and review of the risk management plan is identified from the organisation’s plan or an evaluation methodology is developed and included in the plan developed in accordance with standard risk management procedures

2.

Manage risk

2.1

Activities are monitored in accordance with the risk management plan

2.2

Performance deviations are identified and responses are initiated in accordance with the risk management plan

2.3

The effectiveness of risk responses are monitored and reported in accordance with risk management plan procedures

3.1

Evaluate risk management processes

3.1

Risk management outcomes are reviewed and analysed to assess the effectiveness of the risk management plan

3.2

Recommendations on variations to the plan are developed and processed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

Evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria under the specified conditions of assessment on at least one occasion, and must include:

application of standards and procedures for assessing and evaluating risks

development of risk treatment processes

assessment of legal impact of risk occurrence

evaluation of risk management plan operation

oral communication

written communication.

Evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

organisational policies and procedures for risk management

CASR Part 145 Manual of Standards, in particular Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material

maintenance error management programs

Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 Risk management

regulatory impact of risks

contractual impact of risks

cost-benefit analysis

Commonwealth and state/territory WHS and environment protection legislation

evaluation techniques

equity, fraud and ethics.

This unit may be assessed on the job, or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is, the candidate is not in productive work, an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations encountered during risk management.

The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required and must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. The preferred method is the records in the Maintenance Management Competency Log. Where the individual does not have a Competency Log evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways, including direct observation, supervisor’s reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.

Assessors must satisfy the requirements of the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (Australian Skills Quality Authority, or its successors).

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1.

Identify the criteria for risk management

1.1

Risk management procedures are identified from the organisation’s risk management plan/maintenance organisation exposition

1.2

Where a risk management plan does not exist, potential risks are identified and documented

1.3

Criteria for managing the identified risks are determined in accordance with standard risk management procedures and documented as a risk management plan

1.4

The process for evaluation and review of the risk management plan is identified from the organisation’s plan or an evaluation methodology is developed and included in the plan developed in accordance with standard risk management procedures

2.

Manage risk

2.1

Activities are monitored in accordance with the risk management plan

2.2

Performance deviations are identified and responses are initiated in accordance with the risk management plan

2.3

The effectiveness of risk responses are monitored and reported in accordance with risk management plan procedures

3.1

Evaluate risk management processes

3.1

Risk management outcomes are reviewed and analysed to assess the effectiveness of the risk management plan

3.2

Recommendations on variations to the plan are developed and processed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Risk management plans include:

Potential risks and their probability of occurrence and degree of severity

Treatment options in each case

Responsibility for implementing treatment options and required response times

Resources required for risk management

Plan implementation timeframe

Periodic review timetable

Internal reporting system

Review methodology

Potential risks include:

Human factors, such as fatigue, illness and maintenance errors

Work health and safety (WHS) issues resulting in injury or death

Regulatory and procedural violations, such as inappropriate use of minimum equipment lists and failure to observe type certification standards

Providing maintenance guidance to remotely-located aircrew or maintenance personnel

Maintenance difficulties, such as spares shortages and unexpected failures of systems or components

Support equipment failure

Environmental problems

Contractual issues

Skill and experience shortfalls

Maintenance cost escalation

Natural events

Criteria for managing the identified risks include:

Level and degree of acceptability of each identified risk

Legal aspects, such as regulatory violations and contractual commitments

Cost of managing specific risks versus the cost to the organisation if the risk eventuated

Stakeholder perceptions and expectations

Standard risk management procedures are found in:

Organisational risk management policies

Websites dealing with risk management

Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 4360 Risk management

Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 145 Manual of Standards

Evaluation methodology includes:

Oversight of day-to-day operations

Interviews with personnel in the organisation

Physical inspections

Incident reports

Questionnaires

Periodic review of risk treatment procedures and outcomes

Evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria under the specified conditions of assessment on at least one occasion, and must include:

application of standards and procedures for assessing and evaluating risks

development of risk treatment processes

assessment of legal impact of risk occurrence

evaluation of risk management plan operation

oral communication

written communication.

Evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

organisational policies and procedures for risk management

CASR Part 145 Manual of Standards, in particular Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material

maintenance error management programs

Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 Risk management

regulatory impact of risks

contractual impact of risks

cost-benefit analysis

Commonwealth and state/territory WHS and environment protection legislation

evaluation techniques

equity, fraud and ethics.

This unit may be assessed on the job, or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is, the candidate is not in productive work, an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations encountered during risk management.

The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required and must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.

Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. The preferred method is the records in the Maintenance Management Competency Log. Where the individual does not have a Competency Log evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways, including direct observation, supervisor’s reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency.

Assessors must satisfy the requirements of the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (Australian Skills Quality Authority, or its successors).
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Risk management procedures are identified from the organisation’s risk management plan/maintenance organisation exposition 
Where a risk management plan does not exist, potential risks are identified and documented 
Criteria for managing the identified risks are determined in accordance with standard risk management procedures and documented as a risk management plan 
The process for evaluation and review of the risk management plan is identified from the organisation’s plan or an evaluation methodology is developed and included in the plan developed in accordance with standard risk management procedures 
Activities are monitored in accordance with the risk management plan 
Performance deviations are identified and responses are initiated in accordance with the risk management plan 
The effectiveness of risk responses are monitored and reported in accordance with risk management plan procedures 
Evaluate risk management processes 
Risk management outcomes are reviewed and analysed to assess the effectiveness of the risk management plan 
Recommendations on variations to the plan are developed and processed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures 

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