Unit of competency Outline

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Marshal aircraft

Marshal aircraft

Unit of competency
National Code
AVIF3016
State Code
AWP78
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/08/2016
Field of Education
031507 - Air Traffic Control
Original Release Date
16/08/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to marshal aircraft, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.It includes preparing for marshalling, establishing/disestablishing aircraft parking position, and conducting aircraft marshalling.This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to safety management 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.Use for Defence Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders, Instructions, Publications and Regulations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for marshalling
  • 1.1 Arrival/departure information is received and processed in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.2 Marshalling requirements for different aircraft types are determined and requirements are clarified as required
  • 1.3 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and hazard management is implemented
  • 1.4 Personal protective equipment is selected and fitted
  • 1.5 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation
  • 1.6 Allocated aircraft parking position is confirmed
  • 1.7 Marshalling, aircraft parking and ancillary support equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
  • 1.8 Relevant documentation is completed and processed in accordance with workplace procedures
2 Establish/ disestablish aircraft parking position
  • 2.1 Marshalling, aircraft parking, and ancillary support equipment are positioned and used in accordance with manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
  • 2.2 Movement is conducted in a safe manner in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Environmental factors are monitored to ensure safety is maintained
3 Conduct aircraft marshalling
  • 3.1 Special circumstances/procedures during aircraft marshalling are allowed for
  • 3.2 Standard marshalling signals and/or communications are employed
  • 3.3 Visual contact with pilot, other aircrew and/or ground staff is maintained
  • 3.4 Safety distances between aircraft and ground personnel/obstructions are identified and maintained
  • 3.5 Emergency actions are conducted in an aircraft fire or other incident, in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.6 Aircraft is secured/unsecured in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.7 Wind speed and direction are continually assessed for impact on marshalling operations
  • 3.8 Effects of aircraft ground turbulence on personnel and unsecured objects are taken into consideration
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB768 AVIF3016A Marshal aircraft Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBD00 AVIF0044 Marshal aircraft Unit of competency