Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 11:55 PM AWST
23/07/2026 11:55 PM AWST
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Marshal aircraft (Defence)
Marshal aircraft (Defence)
Unit of competency
National Code
DEFCM007B
DEFCM007B
State Code
AVU73
AVU73
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
031507 - Air Traffic Control
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit covers the competency required to marshal aircraft during start/shutdown phases, and to direct aircraft movements as ground personnel using standard aircraft marshalling signals.Marshalling is carried out under minimal supervision within organisational guidelines.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for marshalling
- 1.1 Arrival/departure information is received and processed in accordance with organisational procedures.
- 1.2 Marshalling requirements for different aircraft type are determined and requirements are clarified where required.
- 1.3 Aircraft documentation is checked to verify serviceability status.
- 1.4 Personal protective equipment is selected and fitted.
- 1.5 Occupational health and safetyWork health and safety (OH&SWHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation.
- 1.6 Allocated aircraft parking position is confirmed.
- 1.7 Marshalling, aircraft parking andancillary support equipment is selected and checked for serviceability.
- 1.8 Relevant documentation is completed in accordance with organisational procedures.
2. Establish/disestablish aircraft parking position
- 2.1 Marshalling, aircraft parking, and ancillary support equipment is positioned and used in accordance with manufacturers’ and organisational procedures.
- 2.2 Movement on tarmac is conducted in a safe manner in accordance with standard procedures.
- 2.3 Environmental factors are monitored to ensure safety is maintained.
3. Marshal aircraft during start and shutdown procedures of aircraft systems
- 3.1 Special circumstances/procedures during aircraft start and shutdown are allowed for.
- 3.2 Standard marshalling signals and/or communications are employed.
- 3.3 Visual contact with the pilot, other aircrew and/or ground staff is maintained.
- 3.4 Safety of self and other personnel within vicinity of propellers, engine intakes/exhausts during start and shut down is maintained.
- 3.5 Personnel are directed to and from aircraft within prescribed entry and exit arcs.
- 3.6 Emergency drills are completed in the event of an aircraft fire or other emergency, in accordance with standard procedures.
- 3.7 Aircraft is secured/unsecured in accordance with standard procedures.
4. Marshal aircraft during taxiing
- 4.1 Special circumstances/procedures during aircraft taxiing are allowed for.
- 4.2 Standard marshalling signals and/or communications are employed.
- 4.3 Visual contact with the pilot, other aircrew or ground staff is maintained.
- 4.4 Safety distances between aircraft and ground personnel/obstructions are identified and maintained.
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Arrival and departure information may include:
formalised tasking information
informal tasking information for action in accordance with localised procedures
informal information received via other means e.g. hand signals, phone, fax or radio communications regarding aircraft safety (for example hot brakes, fuel leak, security)
Marshalling requirements for different aircraft type may include:
access
security
ordnance
Aircraft may include:
fixed wing
rotary wing
other airborne vehicles
Personal protective equipment may include:
eye goggles
head protection
hearing protection
hi visibility clothing
protective boots
protective overalls
respiratory protection
Marshalling equipment may include:
signalling devices (day/night)
Aircraft parking equipment may include:
covers and intake inserts (bungs)
earthing leads
flags
magnetic pins
mechanical locking devices
tiedown devices
wheel chocks
Ancillary support equipment may include:
access/egress equipment
external aircraft power facilities
fire extinguisher
first aid kit
parking markers and barriers
Standard procedures may include:
defence instructions
policy
routine orders
standing operating procedures
standing orders
written and verbal orders
Special circumstances/ procedures during aircraft start may include:
negative rotation
power sources
safety requirements, for example fire bottle attendants
Special circumstances/ procedures during aircraft shutdown may include:
aircraft with droop stops
aircraft with no prop/rotor brake
installation of locking, protection or security devices
Standard marshalling signals must include
the standard Australian Defence Force (ADF) marshalling signals
Emergency drills may include:
basic fire fighting
basic first aid
crowd control
notifying emergency service/s
Special circumstances/ procedures during aircraft taxiing may include:
undercarriage lock pins
safety pin requirements for aircraft carrying ordnance
Arrival and departure information may include:
formalised tasking information
informal tasking information for action in accordance with localised procedures
informal information received via other means e.g. hand signals, phone, fax or radio communications regarding aircraft safety (for example hot brakes, fuel leak, security)
Marshalling requirements for different aircraft type may include:
access
security
ordnance
Aircraft may include:
fixed wing
rotary wing
other airborne vehicles
Personal protective equipment may include:
eye goggles
head protection
hearing protection
hi visibility clothing
protective boots
protective overalls
respiratory protection
Marshalling equipment may include:
signalling devices (day/night)
Aircraft parking equipment may include:
covers and intake inserts (bungs)
earthing leads
flags
magnetic pins
mechanical locking devices
tiedown devices
wheel chocks
Ancillary support equipment may include:
access/egress equipment
external aircraft power facilities
fire extinguisher
first aid kit
parking markers and barriers
Standard procedures may include:
defence instructions
policy
routine orders
standing operating procedures
standing orders
written and verbal orders
Special circumstances/ procedures during aircraft start may include:
negative rotation
power sources
safety requirements, for example fire bottle attendants
Special circumstances/ procedures during aircraft shutdown may include:
aircraft with droop stops
aircraft with no prop/rotor brake
installation of locking, protection or security devices
Standard marshalling signals must include
the standard Australian Defence Force (ADF) marshalling signals
Emergency drills may include:
basic fire fighting
basic first aid
crowd control
notifying emergency service/s
Special circumstances/ procedures during aircraft taxiing may include:
undercarriage lock pins
safety pin requirements for aircraft carrying ordnance
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to clearly and promptly use and execute correct marshalling signals in a safe manner; to ensure the safety of ground personnel and aircrew; and to implement the correct procedures in the event of an aircraft emergency or accident.
Assessment must also confirm the ability to marshal aircraft by day and night.
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated over time to allow the individual to be assessed in a number of realistic operational scenarios.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency must be assessed in the context of using live aircraft and should replicate an operational flight line environment.
The marshaller should be exposed to the extremes of the operational environment where a person is under the stress of marshalling a live aircraft while other aircraft are operating in close proximity.
Assessment must be conducted in an operational environment or simulated operational environment by day and night.
Specific resources for assessment
Access to aircraft with engines running and propellers/rotors engaged, tarmac, personal protective equipment, marshalling equipment, aircraft parking equipment and ancillary support equipment.
Assessment must confirm the ability to clearly and promptly use and execute correct marshalling signals in a safe manner; to ensure the safety of ground personnel and aircrew; and to implement the correct procedures in the event of an aircraft emergency or accident.
Assessment must also confirm the ability to marshal aircraft by day and night.
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated over time to allow the individual to be assessed in a number of realistic operational scenarios.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency must be assessed in the context of using live aircraft and should replicate an operational flight line environment.
The marshaller should be exposed to the extremes of the operational environment where a person is under the stress of marshalling a live aircraft while other aircraft are operating in close proximity.
Assessment must be conducted in an operational environment or simulated operational environment by day and night.
Specific resources for assessment
Access to aircraft with engines running and propellers/rotors engaged, tarmac, personal protective equipment, marshalling equipment, aircraft parking equipment and ancillary support equipment.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC30 | DEFCMD001 | Marshal aircraft | Unit of competency |
