Elements and Performance Criteria
- Maintain basic situation awareness
- Continuous monitoring is demonstrated of all critical factors relevant to the safety and security of an aviation workplace
- All relevant indications of an unsafe or insecure situation are recognised and appropriate action is taken to alert relevant personnel and/or take appropriate action in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- Assess situations and take appropriate action
- Factors that may adversely affect the safety and security of an aviation workplace are identified
- Relevant information concerning the safety and security of an aviation workplace is recognised and interpreted and timely action is taken in accordance with workplace procedures
- Risks to workplace safety and security are recognised and appropriate action is taken to control the risk in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- Changes to workplace environment and related risks are monitored and managed to ensure a safe outcome to workplace operations
- A safe alternative plan of action is formulated and implemented where necessary as a result of changed circumstances and risks
- Set priorities and manage work tasks
- Priorities are set and workload is organised to ensure completion of all assigned tasks relevant to the safety and security of the workplace
- Appropriate tasks are prioritised and implemented to maintain ongoing workplace operations and achieve workplace objectives
- Relevant information is accessed and used to ensure the safety and security of the workplace when completing workplace tasks
- Tasks critically essential for the safety and security of the workplace are given priority over less important activities and are completed in accordance with workplace procedures, checklists and regulatory requirements
- Situation awareness is maintained at all times during workplace activities
- Symptoms of fatigue are recognised and appropriate action is taken to reduce its effects
- Work with others in the management of situation awareness
- Communication with relevant personnel is undertaken in an effective and efficient manner to achieve situation awareness and all requirements for the safety and security of the workplace
- Team members and others in the workplace are encouraged to participate in and contribute to the safety and security of the workplace
- Effective interpersonal skills are used when working with others to maintain awareness and the safety and security of the workplace
- Appropriate action is taken in conjunction with others to cooperatively correct any identified unsafe and/or insecure situations which may develop during workplace activities