Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AVIO0018 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency AVIO0018 - Use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.It includes applying safety precautions in the use of firearms, and using appropriate firearms and ammunition to control wildlife hazards.This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to aerodrome security duties of ground operations personnel and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.Operations are conducted as part of recreational, commercial and military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.Work is performed independently or under limited supervision as a single operator or within a team environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field O – Security
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
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PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Apply safety precautions in the use of firearms
  • Locations on an aerodrome where firearms may be discharged are identified
       
Element: Hazards associated with the use of firearms on an aerodrome are identified and managed
       
Element: Firearm is carried, loaded and discharged in the correct manner
       
Element: Firearm is cleaned effectively and safely
       
Element: Firearm faults are reported in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
       
Element: Firearm is stored in accordance with regulatory requirements
       
Element: Use appropriate firearms and ammunition to control wildlife hazards
  • Appropriate wildlife hazard control measures are selected in accordance with wildlife hazard management plan and SOPs
       
Element: Cracker shells are used correctly to disperse a flock of birds in accordance with operating procedures
       
Element: Live shot is used in a safe manner to control wildlife hazards
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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
Locations on an aerodrome where firearms may be discharged are identified 
 
 
 
 
 
Appropriate wildlife hazard control measures are selected in accordance with wildlife hazard management plan and SOPs 
 
 

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