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

AVIW0017 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate aircraft embarkation and disembarkation equipment

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AVIW0017 - Operate aircraft embarkation and disembarkation equipment
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate aircraft embarkation and disembarkation equipment in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.It includes conducting pre-operational checks, operating embarkation and disembarkation equipment, and retracting and storing embarkation and disembarkation equipment.This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to equipment and system operations of flight or 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 W – Equipment and Systems Operations
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Conduct pre-operational checks
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Pre-operational checks of embarkation/disembarkation equipment are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
       
Element: Fluid levels are topped up as required in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Equipment faults and malfunctions identified during pre-operational checks are rectified or reported in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
       
Element: Operate embarkation and disembarkation equipment
  • Embarkation and disembarkation equipment is pre-positioned to assigned location in preparation for aircraft arrival in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Embarkation and disembarkation equipment is manoeuvred to aircraft and positioned against fuselage in preparation for passenger embarkation/disembarkation in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Embarkation and disembarkation equipment is operated in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
       
Element: Hazards associated with operating embarkation and disembarkation equipment are identified and appropriate precautions are taken in accordance with work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations and workplace hazard management strategies
       
Element: Retract and store embarkation and disembarkation equipment
  • Equipment is withdrawn from aircraft and manoeuvred to assigned storage bay/area at completion of loading activities in accordance with workplace procedures and local instructions
       
Element: Post-operational checks of equipment are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions
       
Element: Equipment faults and malfunctions identified during post-operational checks are rectified or reported in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
       
Element: Embarkation/disembarkation equipment is refuelled and fluid levels are topped up in accordance with workplace procedures, relevant regulatory requirements and manufacturer instructions
       
Element: Equipment log or operational documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures, local instructions and regulatory requirements
       

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used in accordance with workplace procedures 
 
 
 
Embarkation and disembarkation equipment is pre-positioned to assigned location in preparation for aircraft arrival in accordance with workplace procedures 
 
 
 
Equipment is withdrawn from aircraft and manoeuvred to assigned storage bay/area at completion of loading activities in accordance with workplace procedures and local instructions 
 
 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

AVIW0017 - Operate aircraft embarkation and disembarkation equipment
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I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

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Assessment Record Sheet

AVIW0017 - Operate aircraft embarkation and disembarkation equipment

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Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

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Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

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