Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Aviation Transport Protection (Checked Baggage Screener)
Certificate II in Aviation Transport Protection (Checked Baggage Screener)
AVI20416
AZS2
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/03/2016 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides individuals with technical and non-technical aviation skills to operate effectively in a broad range of aviation security screening roles.
Individuals working at this level will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy and limited judgement in structured and stable contexts within narrow parameters.
This qualification forms some of the requirements for certification as an Aviation Screening Officer as directed by the current Aviation Transport Security Regulations.
People seeking certification should check these requirements with the relevant Australian Government department responsible for aviation transport security.
Use for Defence Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders, Instructions, Publications and Regulations.
Occupations may include:
Aviation Screening Officer
Aviation Transport Protection Officer - Checked Baggage Screener.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of thirteen (13) units of competency comprising:- eight (8) core units listed below plus
- five (5) general elective units from the general elective units listed below. Up to three (3) of the general elective units may be selected from any relevant endorsed Training Package or accredited course. The general elective units must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D1376 | CPPSEC2001A | Communicate effectively in the security industry | 8 | Unit of competency |
| AWP33 | AVIO2005 | Conduct screening using explosive trace detection | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AWP85 | AVIF2020 | Employ fatigue risk management practices in an aviation workplace | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWO75 | AVIZ2050 | Maintain security awareness and vigilance in an aviation workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWP68 | AVII0002 | Provide quality customer service | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWP27 | AVIO2010 | Screen articles to enter an airside security zone or landside security zone | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AWP56 | AVIK2001 | Use computers in the aviation screening workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWP75 | AVIG2002 | Work effectively in the aviation industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. General Elective Units
Five (5) general elective units must be completed, with at least two (2) units selected from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J721 | AVI20713 | Certificate II in Aviation Transport Protection (Checked Baggage Screener) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEH7 | AVI20118 | Certificate II in Transport Security Protection | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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