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Conduct quality control operations related to refuelling/defuelling aircraft
Conduct quality control operations related to refuelling/defuelling aircraft
Unit of competency
National Code
AVIJ4002B
AVIJ4002B
State Code
WB796
WB796
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2014
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
08/07/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct quality control operations related to refuelling/defuelling aircraft, including taking samples from dispensers/fuellers, conducting a visual check of fuel samples, testing membrane filtration (millepore sampling) and measuring pressure differential on filter vessels. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Conduct dispenser sampling processes
- 1.1 Fuel samples are taken from the dispenser for visual testing at the commencement of daily operations and during fuelling operations in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
2Conduct fueller sampling processes
- 2.1 Fuel samples are taken from the fueller for visual testing at the commencement of daily operations and during fuelling operations in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 2.2 Additional samples are taken from the fueller after defuelling operations, vehicle washing, maintenance and heavy rain
3Conduct visual check of fuel samples
- 3.1 Fuel sample is inspected and the colour correctly identified and interpreted to determine the grade of fuel in accordance with workplace procedures and established colour criteria
- 3.2 Sample is correctly inspected for free water and dirt particles in accordance with workplace procedures and established manual or automated processes
- 3.3 Water detector capsules are correctly used to check for suspended water in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures
- 3.4 Results of visual checks are recorded/reported in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
4Test membrane filtration (millepore sampling)
- 4.1 Hydrant dispenser vehicle is correctly positioned at the test rig and interlocked/chocked in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.2 Fuellers are correctly tested independent of the test rig by circulating product through the delivery hose back to tank to achieve required flow rates
- 4.3 Bonding leads are attached in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.4 In the case of fuellers/dispensers, the delivery hoses are connected to achieve a flow rate of at least 50% of rated flow of filter
- 4.5 In the case of a hydrant dispenser, lanyard is connected to the pit valve and inlet hose is correctly connected in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.6 Colorimetric capsule is loaded in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures (Note: for gravimetric testing and microbiological testing [black millepore] capsules are generally pre-loaded in a laboratory)
- 4.7 Checks are made to ensure capsule is correctly located in the housing with the millepore monitor inlet facing upstream
- 4.8 Apparatus is correctly connected to filter outlet millepore sample connection or nozzle millepore sample point
- 4.9 Pressure and flow rate are adjusted to workplace specifications
- 4.10 Apparatus is flushed
- 4.11 In case of monthly calorimetric test, sample is drawn
- 4.12 In case of three-monthly gravimetric and microbiological tests, initial sample is drawn for gravimetric test then gravimetric capsule is replaced with microbiological capsule and another sample drawn in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.13 Apparatus is disconnected and capsule is removed
- 4.14 Gravimetric and microbiological samples are labelled and despatched to laboratory in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.15 Colorimetric assessment is conducted in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures
- 4.16 Results of tests are documented in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
5Measure pressure differential on filter vessels
- 5.1 Gauge is checked in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures
- 5.2 Flow through vessel into aircraft or test rig is started in accordance with workplace procedures
- 5.3 Pressure differential at maximum flow rate obtained is read
- 5.4 Results are analysed and recorded in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 5.5 In situations where the differential pressure exceeds filter manufacturers recommended differential pressure, at flow rates above 50% of the maximum rated flow of the filter vessel, the situation is to be reported immediately to supervisor in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements for investigation
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Sampling and quality control operations may be carried out:
for any aircraft types
at major or minor airports
in any allowable operating and weather conditions
in accordance with regulatory and operational requirements
Performance may be demonstrated:
in approved simulated quality control processes
during quality control operations during the refuelling/defuelling of aircraft at an airport
Quality control processes may include:
dispenser sampling
fueller sampling
visual checks of fuel samples
membrane filtration tests (millepore sampling)
measurement of pressure differential on filter vessels
Personal protection equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
hearing protection
safety glasses
mask or respirator
safety vest
high visibility clothing
approved uniform
Hazards may include:
sparks and other forms of ignition
contamination of, or from, materials being handled
spill, leakages, ruptures
fuel vapours
other vehicles on tarmac
jet blast
rotating propellers
hazardous or dangerous materials
noise
dust
Hazard management is:
consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment
Persons consulted during quality control operations may include:
aircrew
airline engineers or representatives
other refuelling staff
supervisors and managers
ground support staff
technical staff
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders relevant to quality control operations when refuelling/defuelling aircraft
IATA Guidelines for Aviation Fuel Quality Control and Operating Procedures for Joint Inter Plane Fuelling Services (JIG Guidelines)
OH&S and environmental protection regulations
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
quality control process checklists
emergency procedures
flight schedules
manufacturers specifications and instructions for the quality control equipment
induction and training materials
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders
IATA Guidelines for Aviation Fuel Quality Control and Operating Procedures for Joint Inter Plane Fuelling Services (JIG Guidelines)
Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code)
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
relevant Australian Standards
industrial relations and workplace compensation legislation
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Sampling and quality control operations may be carried out:
for any aircraft types
at major or minor airports
in any allowable operating and weather conditions
in accordance with regulatory and operational requirements
Performance may be demonstrated:
in approved simulated quality control processes
during quality control operations during the refuelling/defuelling of aircraft at an airport
Quality control processes may include:
dispenser sampling
fueller sampling
visual checks of fuel samples
membrane filtration tests (millepore sampling)
measurement of pressure differential on filter vessels
Personal protection equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
hearing protection
safety glasses
mask or respirator
safety vest
high visibility clothing
approved uniform
Hazards may include:
sparks and other forms of ignition
contamination of, or from, materials being handled
spill, leakages, ruptures
fuel vapours
other vehicles on tarmac
jet blast
rotating propellers
hazardous or dangerous materials
noise
dust
Hazard management is:
consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment
Persons consulted during quality control operations may include:
aircrew
airline engineers or representatives
other refuelling staff
supervisors and managers
ground support staff
technical staff
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders relevant to quality control operations when refuelling/defuelling aircraft
IATA Guidelines for Aviation Fuel Quality Control and Operating Procedures for Joint Inter Plane Fuelling Services (JIG Guidelines)
OH&S and environmental protection regulations
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
quality control process checklists
emergency procedures
flight schedules
manufacturers specifications and instructions for the quality control equipment
induction and training materials
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders
IATA Guidelines for Aviation Fuel Quality Control and Operating Procedures for Joint Inter Plane Fuelling Services (JIG Guidelines)
Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG Code)
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
relevant Australian Standards
industrial relations and workplace compensation legislation
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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 both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
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 demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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 both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6803 | AVI4J208B | Conduct quality control operations related to refuelling/defuelling aircraft | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWP57 | AVIJ4002 | Conduct quality control operations related to refuelling and defuelling aircraft | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W889 | AVI40610 | Certificate IV in Aviation (Aircrewman) | Qualification |
| S636 | AVI40408 | Certificate IV in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service) | Qualification |