Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Job functions may be conducted:
in a range of work environments
by day or night
Aviation screening workplaces may be:
large, medium or small airports
Computerised screening equipment may include:
keyboards
monitors
bar code readers
computers
printers
networks
X-ray screening equipment
Computer applications may include:
word processors
electronic data interchange systems
information databases and storage systems
work organisation systems
internet browsers
X-ray screening systems
Hazards may include:
hazardous or dangerous materials
contamination of, or from, materials being handled
spills, leakages, ruptures
dust/vapours
Personnel in the work area may include:
customers and clients
workplace personnel
site visitors
contractors
official representatives
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
electronic data interchange
fax
email
internet
radio
oral, aural or signed communications
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may be referred to as:
airport procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
manufacturers’ instructions concerning the use of computing equipment
workplace procedures and policies for the use of computer equipment
supplier and/or client instructions
relevant codes of practice
relevant legislation, regulations and related documentation
standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
Australian legislation and international regulations and codes of practice
IATA standard for air cargo packaging (TACT Rules)
Australian Civil Aviation Regulations or Civil Aviation Safety Regulations
Civil Aviation legislation
local instructions
relevant WHS/OHS legislation
environmental protection legislation
relevant security regulations
relevant Australian Standards
industrial relations and workplace compensation legislation

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include:
correctly identify the types of computerised equipment, systems and functions used in the aviation screening workplace
respond correctly to faults in operating systems, software applications or operator errors
demonstrate the ability to start up, log in to and load all systems required to fulfil the aviation screening job role
demonstrate an ability to accurately input data to a computerised screening system
implement correct procedures and management and security of data.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In real environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, legislation, codes of practice and operation manuals.
Assessment for Passenger/Non-Passenger Screener and Checked Baggage Screener Roles
Assessment must:
be undertaken by a registered training organisation.
Assessment of knowledge must:
be conducted through written/oral assessments.
Practical assessment must:
be undertaken by a registered training organisation
occur in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace.