This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to work effectively in the aviation industry, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.

It includes determining appropriate work roles, contributing to the planning of activities working with others, and following work health and safety (WHS) procedures.

This unit addresses aviation non-technical skill requirements (mental, social and personal-management abilities) related to teamwork duties of aviation personnel and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.

Operations are conducted as part of 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.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit at time of publication.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Determine appropriate work roles within an aviation workplace

1.1

Work instructions, performance requirements, workplace procedures and WHS requirements are considered when identifying work roles for each team member

1.2

Contributions are made to the team to assist in determining appropriate work roles and responsibilities required to successfully and safely complete work activities

2

Contribute to planning the successful, safe and efficient outcome of a work activity

2.1

Suggestions and information are contributed to assist the planning of work activities and to minimise delays to stakeholders

2.2

Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and hazard management implemented

2.3

Safety issues within an airport environment are identified and contributions are made to minimise risks to team members

3

Work with others in the aviation industry

3.1

Correct aviation terminology relevant to the context of work being undertaken is used to communicate with stakeholders

3.2

Contributions are made to assist in the safe and efficient completion of work activities

3.3

Within scope of own job role, assistance is given to team members to complete assigned tasks

3.4

Work tasks are completed in accordance with relevant aviation workplace procedures, industry rules and regulations

3.5

Factors affecting the efficient completion of a work task are identified and contributions are made to minimise the impact

3.6

Workplace technology and equipment is operated in accordance with manufacturer instructions, workplace policies and procedures, and WHS regulations

3.7

Within scope of own job role, contributions are made to the team and supervisors to improve work practices and procedures

4

Follow WHSprocedures within an aviation workplace

4.1

Airport and workplace policies and procedures are clarified as required and executed when dealing with accidents, fires and other emergencies

4.2

Potential causes of incidents are identified and reported

4.3

Actions are taken to minimise safety risks to the public and airport personnel, and the risk of property damage

4.4

WHS procedures for controlling risks are clarified as required, followed and applied in day-to-day work activities

4.5

WHS procedures required for working around machinery and aircraft are correctly followed

4.6

Protective clothing is worn and personal protective equipment is correctly used in accordance with workplace procedures

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

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

Not applicable.

G – Teamwork