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aircraft fuel system operator

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Aircraft fuel system operators maintain fuel distribution systems and ensure the refuelling of planes. 

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Competences
11
Groups
3
Essential
9
Optional
2

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 2 competences

Occupation specific

1 competence
fuel inventory methods

The various fuel inventory methods. The gauging procedures for fuel bladders using petroleum gauging stick.

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Sector-specific

0 competences

No competences in this bucket.

Cross-sector

1 competence
fuel distribution systems

The characteristics of fuel distribution systems and components such as pipeline systems, valves, pumps, filters, and fuel monitors.

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Essential skills and competences 7 competences

Occupation specific

1 competence
conduct aviation fuel servicing operations

Perform refuelling and defueling activities, such as receiving fuel by tank truck or rail car, and preparing and checking documentation, in support of aviation refuelling objectives.

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Sector-specific

3 competences
conduct quality assurance inspections on fuel operations

Obtain and visually inspect fuel samples, examine fuel tank water, temperature, and fuel levels to ensure the highest quality in operations.

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ensure maintenance of fuel distribution facilities

Implement regular maintenance and safety programmes relating to all aspects of fuel distribution facility operations; demonstrate expertise in spill clean-up procedures, prevention and control measures, repair of fuel terminal systems, and implementation of preventive maintenance on these systems.

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report on fuel distribution incidents

Compose forms on the findings of pumping system temperature and water level checks etc.; produce reports detailing any problems or incidents that occurred.

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Cross-sector

3 competences
follow written instructions

Follow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.

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handle fuels

Handle and store fuels and assess their potential risks and dangers.

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identify airport safety hazards

Spot threats related to security at the airport and apply procedures to counteract them in a quick, safe, and efficient way.

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Optional skills and competences 2 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

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Sector-specific

1 competence
perform manual work autonomously

Show the ability to pursue basic manual tasks without the help or assistance of others, not needing supervision or guidance, and taking responsibility for one's actions.

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Cross-sector

1 competence
apply numeracy skills

Practise reasoning and apply simple or complex numerical concepts and calculations.

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