Airline Ground Crew

The purpose of this qualification is to prepare learners to operate as Airline Ground Crew. Airline Ground Crew Operators load and unload aircraft, handle baggage, cargo and mail; conduct aircraft towing/push back, marshalling, ground support equipment and docking operations; catering; airside driving; line maintenance; passenger transfer; security; load control; aircraft dispatch; communications; and perform other aircraft ground handling services to ensure aircraft run efficiently. A qualified learner will be able to: • Perform aircraft loading and load control activities. • Conduct safe and efficient handling of aircraft on airside and technical areas. • Conduct passenger handling between terminal and aircraft.

The Airline Industry requires a training programme for the ground crew personnel to provide for ever increasing demand arising from South Africa's entery into the globally competitive environment and having an obligation to provide training programmes standardised by various international bodies. Various international protocols require the industry to stay ahead of its competitors and comply with energy efficient operations and high levels of security operations in the airline industry. The range of typical learners entering this qualification are people who would like to gain access to employment and entrepreneurial opportunities in various aspects of ground crew operations ranging from airside to land side operations, including passenger care and handling activities. The South African society and international community will be served by qualified airline ground crew operational staff who will not only undertake work with improved skills but are also undertaking this work with a full awareness of the importance of energy efficiency requirements, security and ever changing environmental considerations. The economy requires efficient and effective airline ground crew competencies for economic growth purposes as well as assisting respective airlines to move to a greener world, build company competitive edge and improved customer services.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): RPL provides access to the external integrated summative assessment: Accredited providers and approved workplaces must apply the internal assessment criteria specified in the related curriculum document to establish and confirm prior learning. Accredited providers and workplaces must confirm prior learning by issuing a statement of result or certifying a work experience record. RPL for access to the qualification: Accredited providers and approved workplaces may recognise prior learning against the relevant access requirements. Entry Requirements: • Grade 12 or equivalent.

• Perform aircraft loading and load control activities.
• Conduct safe and efficient handling of aircraft on airside and technical areas.
• Conduct passenger handling between terminal and aircraft.