AVIY0095 — Conduct winching operations

1 Prepare for winch operations

• 1.1Operation and task information is obtained from communications centre, briefing from supervisor or other sources
• 1.2Winching equipment is prepared and resources identified and selected based on task information received
• 1.3Anticipated situational and environmental hazards are discussed with crew members and incorporated into the winch plan
• 1.4Winch is prepared and checked for correct operation

2 Assess winch site

• 2.1Risk assessment on situational and environmental hazards is conducted and control measures applied to ensure safety of self and others
• 2.2Requests for additional personnel or specialist equipment for the winching are communicated as required

3 Develop winch plan

• 3.1Wind speed and direction are determined
• 3.2Approach and overshoot paths are determined
• 3.3Winch equipment and techniques suitable to the environment are identified
• 3.4Personal capabilities and limitations of self and other team members are considered in the development of the winch plan
• 3.5Primary and alternate winch plans are developed based on situational risk assessment

4 Perform winch operations

• 4.1Helicopter is manoeuvred to the most appropriate hover position to perform safe winching operations
• 4.2Management of winching equipment and personnel in normal winching situations are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.3Aircraft operational and control checks are conducted as required
• 4.4Communication with team members is maintained during winching operation in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.5Winching personnel or stores are deployed, monitored, retrieved and secured in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.6Alternate winch plans are implemented when required

5 Respond to winch emergencies and abnormal situations

• 5.1Winch emergencies and abnormal situations are identified, diagnosed and communicated to other flight crew
• 5.2Winch emergency or remedial actions are undertaken to maintain safety of flight in accordance with workplace procedures

6 Conclude winch operations

• 6.1Equipment is recovered, cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and workplace procedures
• 6.2Winch is secured and checked for serviceability
• 6.3Post-flight documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
• 6.4Debrief is conducted in accordance with workplace procedures

What does an assessment tool for AVIY0095 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for AVIY0095 needs to address all 49 unit components: 6 elements with 23 performance criteria, 12 performance evidence requirements, 14 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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