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.
1. Plan and prepare for the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations | 1.1.Access, interpret and apply documentation and procedures for Assisting in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations and ensure the work activity is compliant 1.2. Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 1.3. Identify and address potential hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures 1.4. Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities 1.5. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to, during and on completion of work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are communicated 1.6. Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work 1.7. Confirm availability of necessary auxiliary equipment |
2. Prepare for helicopter landing | 2.1. Conform to safe working practices and operational requirements 2.2. Prepare and make available, tools and equipment for safe and optimum use 2.3. Assemble freight and baggage for transportation |
3. Load and unload helicopter | 3.1. Communicate with relevant personnel before approaching the helicopter, to ensure safety of the team and passengers 3.2. Provide assistance in controlling the transfer of passengers 3.3. Assemble freight and baggage for transportation |
4. Refuelling | 4.1. Provide assistance during refuelling 4.2. Identify, report and record faults 4.3. Store refuelling equipment properly after use |
5. Carry out helicopter ‘standby’ duties | 5.1. Remain in a safe position on helipad 5.2. Monitor landing and take off 5.3. Report and record faults and implement corrective actions 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 corrective action |
Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:
locates and applies applicable documentation, policies and procedures
implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of assisting in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations including:
apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for assisting in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations
understand air regulations covering carriage of dangerous goods
apply refuelling procedures for vehicles, drill rigs and ancillary equipment
works effectively with others to undertake and complete the operation of assisting in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations that meets all of the required outcomes including:
resolving coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities
preparing for and organising work activities to meet all task requirements
communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
demonstrates completion of assisting in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
preparing tools and equipment for use
assembling freight and baggage
controlling the transfer of passengers
monitoring landing and take off
safely approaching the helicopter
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following in applying the assist in the transfer of passengers and freight during helicopter operations through:
accessing, interpreting and applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures for:
identifying and managing risks
identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues
setting up work activity
site isolation, signage and erecting barriers
work health and safety
selecting and checking for faults, all plant, tools and equipment to carry out tasks
carrying out work to specifications
safe lifting and handling techniques
safe handling of passengers
safe boarding methods
hazards associated with approaching the aircraft
understanding cargo handling/weight distribution requirements
understanding offshore technology
An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,
this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,
this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,
assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,
assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,
assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,
where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,
assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:
Industry sector | AQF** Level | Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience |
Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction | 1 | 1 Year |
2 | 2 Years |
Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying) | 3-6 | 3 Years |
Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction | 3-6 | 5 Years |
Other sectors | Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation. |
*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.
**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level