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Operations Manual CASR Part 101 UAV Operators Certificate

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October 1, 2013

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

UNMANNED OPERATORS CERTIFICATE FOR CASR PART 101 0 PREFACE….……………………………………………………………………………………..4

0.1 COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT……………………………………………………….....4 0.2 COMPLIANCE MATRIX………….……………………………………………....…....…..4 0.3 SIGNATURE SHEET…………………………………………………………………........5 0.4 ABBREVIATIONS, ACCRONYMS AND DEFINITIONS………………………………..6

1 PART A 1.1. GENERAL

1.1.1. Company Operations……………………………………………………………....7 1.1.2. CASR Part 101 Directions, Permissions and Approvals……………………….7 1.1.3. Organisation Structure……………………………………………………………..7 1.1.4. Responsibilities of Company Personnel………………………....………...........7 1.1.5. Metric and Imperial Units Conversion Table…………………………………….9 1.1.6. Alcohol and Drug usage…………………………………………………………...9 1.1.7. Security - Systems and Physical………………………………………………….9 1.1.8. Privacy Provisions…………………………………………………………....…….9

1.2. REMOTE CREW ADMINISTRATION 1.2.1. Remote Crew Qualifications……………………………………………...………10 1.2.2. Remote Pilot Records……………………………………………………………..10 1.2.3. Remotely Piloted Aircraft Flight Authorisations and Flight Records……........10 1.2.4. Recency Requirements……………………………………………………….…..10 1.2.5. Duty and Flight Time Limitations……………………………………....…….…..10

1.3. REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION 1.3.1. Method of Recording Hours in Service and Unserviceability………………....11 1.3.2. Persons Permitted to Operate Remotely Piloted System Controls……….....11 1.3.3. Authority for Maintenance…………………………………………………….…..11 1.3.4. Dangerous Goods………………………………………………………………....11 1.3.5. Weather Protection……………………………...…………………….........…….11

1.4. FLIGHT CONDUCT 1.4.1. Non-Company visitors………………………………………...….…………….…12 1.4.2. Hand Over/Take over Procedures……………………………………………….12 1.4.3. Remote Pilot Briefing including Emergency Procedures……………………...12 1.4.4. Use of Check Sheets……………………………………………………….……..12

2 PART B 2.1 OPERATING THE REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM

2.1.1 Specific Aircraft Operating Procedures………………………………………..13 2.1.2 Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems Technical Data/System Specifications.13 2.1.3 Normal Procedures…………………………………………....………….……..13 2.1.4 Pre-Flight Procedures………………………………………………………..….13 2.1.5 Fuel/Battery Documentation……………………………………….…...…..…..14 2.1.6 Aircraft Test Flights…………………………………………....…………..…….14

3 PART C 3.1 INTERNAL TRAINING

3.1.1 Reserved…………………………………………………………………...….....15 4 PART D

4.1 OPERATIONS 4.1.1 Feasibility Check and Job Safety Assessment ………………………..…….16 4.1.2 Accident/Incident Reporting………………………………………...……….…17


4.1.3 Types of Operations……………………………………………………………. 18 5 PART E

5.1 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TRAINING SCHOOL OPERATIONS 5.1.1 Reserved…………………………………………………………………………..19

6 APPENDICES 6.1 Copy of UAV Operators Certificate…………………………………………...…..20 6.2 Useful Conversions……………………………………………………………………...…21 6.3 Flight Authorisation…………………………………………………………………………22 6.4 Aircraft Flight Log and Maintenance Record……………………………...……….…....23 6.5 Briefing……………………………………………………………………………………....25 6.6 Job Safety Assessment………………………………………………………....….......…26 6.7 Risk Assessment……………………………………………………...…………......….…28


0 PREFACE 0.1 COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT

The instructions, procedures and information contained in this manual have been devised to ensure safety and standardisation in the conduct of operations. They are to be observed by all operating personnel. Personnel are also reminded of their obligation to comply with the Civil Aviation Act, Regulations and Orders and such directives, aeronautical information and notices CASA and AirServices Australia publish.

Nothing in this manual takes precedence over a CASA regulation or permits unsafe operation

Where in the light of operating experience, errors are found in the manual or deficiencies in the manner in which operations are conducted, recommendations for amendment action shall be submitted to the Chief Controller.

0.2 COMPLIANCE MATRIX

Regulation Title Compliance* - Manual Reference

CASR 101.65 Operation in prohibited or restricted area

Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in annex

CASR 101.070 Operation in controlled airspace Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in annex covers

CASR 101.080 Permission for operation of unmanned aircraft near aerodrome

Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in annex covers

CASR 101.085 Maximum operating height Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in annex

CASR 101.090 Dropping or discharging of things Part D

CASR 101.095 Weather and day limitations Part D and on UOC in annex

CASR 101.245 Operation near people Part A Section 4, Part D and on UOC in annex

CASR 101.250 Where small UAVs may be operated Part D

CASR 101.270 Requirement for UAV operator’s certificate

Part A Section 3

CASR 101.280 UAVs not to be operated over populous areas

Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in Annex

CASR 101.285 Use of radiotelephone N/A Only applicable to Controlled Airspace


0.3 SIGNATURE SHEET

• All personnel employed or contracted by this organisation must sign this sheet as evidence of having read, understood and agreed to apply the procedures and data contained in this Operations Manual.

• If this manual is reissued or revised they must resign, acknowledging review of the revision.

Printed Name Signature Date Printed

Name Signature Date


0.4 ABBREVIATIONS, ACCRONYMS AND DEFINITIONS

AA Area Approval AC Advisory Circular AGL Above Ground Level AIP Aeronautical Information Package ASIC Aviation Security Identification Card ATSB Australian Transport Safety Bureau ATC Air Traffic Control ATM Air Traffic Management CAR Civil Aviation Regulations 1988 CASA Civil Aviation Safety Authority CASR Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 DAMP Drug and Alcohol Management Plan ICAO International Civil Aviation Organisation IAW In accordance with NM Nautical Miles RP Remote Pilot RPA Remotely Piloted Aircraft RPAS Remotely Piloted Aircraft System TSI Transport Safety Investigation Act 2013 UA Unmanned Aircraft UAS Unmanned Aircraft System(s) UAV Unmanned Aerial Vehicle UOC UAV Operators Certificate VLOS Visual Line of Sight VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions You may add your own if needed


1 PART A 1.1 GENERAL

1.1.1 COMPANY OPERATIONS

All aerial operations using remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) will be conducted in accordance with (IAW) the conditions and limitations placed on the UAV Operators Certificate (UOC). A copy of the approved UOC is at Appendix One.

1.1.2 CASR PART 101 DIRECTIONS, PERMISSIONS AND APPROVALS

This manual once approved by CASA satisfies all requirements of CASR101.330

1.1.3 ORGANISATION STRUCTURE

Amend as appropriate

CEO/Director

Maintenance Controller

Chief Controller

UAV Controller

UAV Controller

1.1.4 RESPONSIBILITIES OF COMPANY PERSONNEL

CEO/Director

The CEO/Director has the overall responsibility for the company’s business performance and compliance. They will provide the necessary resources so that all operations and maintenance can be conducted to meet company obligations, goals and objectives.


Chief Controller

The Chief Controller is the person appointed by the operator, approved by CASA and is responsible for all remote pilot training and operational matters affecting the safety of the UOC holder’s operation.

The role and responsibilities of the Chief Controller are:

a) ensuring that the operator’s air operations are conducted in compliance with The Civil Aviation Act and the Regulations,

b) maintaining a record of qualifications held by each remote pilot (RP),

c) monitoring operational standards, supervising and training RP employed by the operator,

d) maintaining a complete and up-to-date reference library of operational documents as required by CASA for the class of operations conducted; and

e) being the point of contact between the operating company and CASA.

Maintenance Controller

The Maintenance Controller is the person appointed by the operator, approved by CASA and is responsible for ensuring the maintenance of company Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in accordance with the manufacturer specifications.

The role and responsibilities of the Maintenance Controller are:

a) control all company RPAS maintenance, either scheduled or unscheduled;

b) ensure personnel performing maintenance on the RPAS are competent. The Maintenance Controller must keep a record of personnel permitted to perform maintenance. The company may choose to keep a record of qualifications;

c) develop, enforce and monitor RPAS maintenance standards,

d) maintain a record of RPAS unserviceability’s,

e) ensure that specialist equipment items are serviceable,

f) maintain a thorough technical knowledge of the company RPAS,

g) ensure maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with the procedures specified in the Maintenance Manual; and

h) Investigate all defects in the RPAS. Note: depending on your organisation, other responsibilities may also be required to be added to this list

Controller/Remote Pilot in Command

The controller/Remote Pilot in command of the aircraft is responsible for:

a) conduct of flight – start to end; and b) safe operation of the aircraft.


1.1.5 METRIC AND IMPERIAL UNITS

This manual makes reference to both imperial and metric units. See conversion table at Appendix two.

1.1.6 DRUG AND ALCOHOL MANAGEMENT PLAN

As a ‘safety sensitive aviation activity,’ personnel could be randomly tested for alcohol and other drugs.

1.1.7 SECURITY - SYSTEMS AND PHYSICAL

Reasonable steps must be taken to prevent sabotage and vandalism to the RPAS.

1.1.8 PRIVACY PROVISIONS

Nothing in this manual permits operations in contravention of the Privacy Act 1988: http://www.privacy.gov.au/law

You may choose to develop your own privacy procedures independent of this document

OH & S

You may need to consider your organisations OH&S independent of this document

http://www.privacy.gov.au/law


1.2 REMOTE CREW ADMINISTRATION

1.2.1 REMOTE CREW QUALIFICATIONS

All controllers must have a CASA issued Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Controllers Certificate/Remote Pilot Certificate. The Chief Controller is responsible to ensure any remote crew including the controllers are competent.

You are recommended to state here what minimum qualifications your remote crew should have at their point of recruiting.

1.2.2 REMOTE PILOT RECORDS

Individual Controllers/Remote Pilots are responsible for their own Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) log book.

An example is behind the appendices.

The information provided is the minimum requirements that must be recorded if you chose to develop your own log book.

Individual remote pilots are required to carry their own Controller/Remote Pilot certificate with them on operations.

1.2.3 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT FLIGHT AUTHORISATIONS AND FLIGHT RECORDS

If there is more than one controller each operation is to be authorised by the Chief Controller. Flight authorisation is at Appendix three.

If you choose not to use the example at appendix three, you will need to develop your own and include it at appendix three

1.2.4 RECENCY REQUIREMENTS

The Controller/Remote Pilot must have a minimum of three take offs and three landings on type within a 90 day period.

1.2.5 DUTY AND FLIGHT TIME LIMITATIONS

The Chief Controller is responsible for the operational standards and supervision of the remote pilots who are employed by the company.

RPs are responsible to ensure they do not fly while fatigued.


1.3 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION

1.3.1 METHOD OF RECORDING HOURS IN SERVICE AND UNSERVICEABILITY

The UAV Operators Certificate (UOC) holder is responsible to ensure records are kept. The controller is responsible for ensuring hours and unserviceability are recorded, refer to Appendix four.

1.3.2 PERSONS PERMITTED TO OPERATE REMOTELY PILOTED SYSTEM CONTROLS

Persons cannot operate the controls commercially unless they hold a valid Controllers Certificate/Remote Pilots Certificate and have been authorised by the Chief Controller.

1.3.3 AUTHORITY FOR MAINTENANCE

Only people authorised by the Maintenance Controller can perform maintenance. The Maintenance Controller is responsible for keeping records of personnel that may perform maintenance.

1.3.4 DANGEROUS GOODS

The carriage of dangerous goods is not permitted.

Parts of the RPAS may be classified as dangerous goods during transportation.

1.3.5 WEATHER PROTECTION

The UOC holder is responsible to ensure appropriate weather protection is provided to avoid unserviceability of the RPAS.


1.4 FLIGHT CONDUCT

1.4.1 NON-COMPANY VISITORS

Non-company visitors must not come within 30 metres of the RPA during operation. The Controller/Remote Pilot must provide a safety briefing.

1.4.2 HAND OVER/TAKE OVER PROCEDURES

A hand over take over procedure is required, when there are two controllers, to positively identify an action and ensure it is understood by the participants.

1.4.3 REMOTE PILOT BRIEFING INCLUDING EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

To ensure co-ordination in a multi crew environment a briefing must be conducted prior to the commencement of any operation. Refer to Appendix five.

1.4.4 USE OF CHECK SHEETS

Company supplied checklists must be used.


2 PART B 2.1 OPERATING THE REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM

2.1.1 SPECIFIC AIRCRAFT OPERATING PROCEDURES

The aircraft will be operated in accordance with the manufacturers operating instructions which are considered to be part of the Flight Manual. Company initiated variation to the Flight Manual will require supplementary documentation.

When manufacturers’ material does not exist the operator will be required to provide this information.

2.1.2 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TECHNICAL DATA/SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

The purpose of the RPAS technical data/system specification is to detail key information about the RPAS which is operated. This is used when operating the RPAS or performing maintenance requiring the replacement of components etc.

The format of the RPAS technical data/system specification is up to you. A RPAS technical data/system specification is needed for each type you operate.

Data Link specifications (if fitted) should be listed.

Should you upgrade your machine, for example fitted different motors, your RPAS technical data/system specification would need to be updated in your manual.

Attached is guidance examples of the RPAS technical data/system specification that you will need to compile for each type you intend to operate. Develop your RPAS Technical data/system specification using the relevant data for your aircraft and insert here in place of the blue text. The purpose of the examples is to show the required information. They do not include role equipment such as cameras, gimbals video down link etc. These can be added at your discretion.

2.1.3 NORMAL PROCEDURES

It is considered a good safety practice for operators to utilise check lists/sheets specific to their RPA referring to the Flight Manual. Company supplied checklists must to be used.

2.1.4 PRE-FLIGHT PROCEDURES

Pre-flight and post flight checks are mandated. It is the Controller/Remote Pilot’s responsibility to ensure the aircraft is airworthy prior to any flight. Refer to Flight Manual for pre and post flight procedure checklist.

A prefight reduces the risk of accident or incident by checking the aircraft, control systems and associated equipment is serviceable prior to flight and standardises procedures. When drafting a prefight checklist it should be in a logical sequence and flow. A diagram can also be used to support the checklist.

Example check sheets have been provided as a guide to checks that are expected before and after flight. If a checklist does not exist or the manufacturers are inadequate you will need to provide your own. These are in addition to any periodic more detailed inspections of the aircraft you may choose to have.


You will need to determine which parts are relevant to your machine and add items that are not covered. Other items may require expanding on. You may also choose to change the order in which the checks are performed.

This will include ground support equipment such as bungee launch systems

Your check sheets will form part of your Flight Manual and must be within easy reach during operations so you can reference them. It is recommended that they are laminated for durability.

2.1.5 FUEL/BATTERY DOCUMENTATION

Manufacturer’s instructions for correct fuel specification and/or follow manufacturers’ battery documentation especially relating to charge/discharge rates must be followed. Battery conditions are to be monitored.

Note Lipo batteries may be considered dangerous goods for transport purposes.

2.1.6 AIRCRAFT TEST FLIGHTS

When completion of maintenance requires a test flight, the person completing the maintenance is responsible to ensure a satisfactory test flight is completed. The Maintenance Controller is responsible to ensure this happens.

Guidance

Example RPAS technical data/system specification

Example Pre-flight procedures

Example Post-flight procedures


3 PART C 3.1 INTERNAL TRAINING

3.1.1 RESERVED

Induction

The Chief Controller is responsible for inducting and recording training of all controllers/Remote Pilots.

If your organisation intends to provide type training, this manual template may not be appropriate as you will need to consider the following. Further costs will apply

Functionality and start-up of systems

• Description of all common components • Handling of system • Handling of rechargeable batteries • Description and inspection of machine and all of its related parts • Construction and deconstruction of the system • Detailed explanations on the use of the transmitter and operating frequencies, limitations thereof • Use of any other operating software, such as ground station software, firmware update software

etc. • Flight controls and associated flight theory • Maintenance and inspection training • Problem solving, fault analyse • Pre and Post flight related matters • Safety and risk management

Flight Exercises

• Theory….flight • Aircraft physical influences • Downwash and ground effect • Take-off and landing • Practical flight exercises • Pre and Post flight • Safety • land


4 PART D 4.1 OPERATIONS

4.1.1 FEASIBILITY CHECK AND JOB SAFETY ASSESSMENT

Before a task can be carried out a feasibility check must be performed to ensure it is within the scope of the UOC. The flow chart represents the process to be followed to determine if a task may proceed.

A numbered box indicates there are steps to consider. The corresponding steps are listed below. A red box indicates the task cannot proceed.

Task Request Received

1. Is It legal

Yes

No

3. Would an Area Approval make it legal

No

Yes

No

4. Is it Safe? Complete Risk Matrix

Yes

Yes

Proceed

No

Yes

5. Apply for an Area Approval. Is the Area Approval is granted?

2. Is it safe? Perform a Job Safety

Assessment

M AA app

The flow chart indicates the mandatory steps that must be completed. You may choose to have other administrative steps or choose to modify the sequence. For example you may choose to accept the task provisionally before applying for an Area Approval

1. Is it legal : • Within all conditions listed in the schedule for the UOC • Under 400 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) • Outside Controlled airspace/restricted airspace • Greater than 3Nautical Miles (NM) from a registered aerodrome • Outside populous area • More than 30metres from people not involved in operation • Visual line of sight (VLOS) • Day Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) • Not prohibited by any other State or Federal Regulation


2. Perform a Job Safety Assessment A Job Safety Assessment must be performed prior to conducting any task.

Note – A single task may consist of a number of flights The Job Safety Assessment would normally be performed during the feasibility planning phase to determine if the flight is viable and validated on the day prior to the first flight. This is when assumptions made during the initial Job Safety Assessment (such as forecast weather/wind, location of persons etc.) are validated. As a minimum the Job Safety Assessment must consider the following:

• Gathering the necessary maps and charts (either hard copy or electronic) for the area • Determining the weather is suitable for the machine and the operation • Reviewing the NOTAMs related to the operations area • Possibility of person moving into the area of operation or landing area during flight • footpath, or other rights of way • Suitable take-off and landing areas (including alternate landing area) • Ability to maintain 30m separation from the public • Obstructions (Buildings Trees etc.) • Possible radio interference (power lines, antennas etc.) • Ability to maintain visual line of sight • Controllers ability matches location/task • Permission from land owner • Privacy • Local restrictions, by laws, • Need for signage

Refer to checklist at Appendix six.

3. Would an Area Approval make it legal? Inside controlled airspace however, outside 3NM of an aerodrome and not within the approach and departure path for a runway of an aerodrome.

4. Is it safe? Complete the Risk Assessment Matrix at Appendix seven. Note - this will form part of an Area Approval application

5. Apply for Area Approval: Apply to CASA for an Area Approval

Proceed: Validate the Job Safety Assessment if performed earlier. Commence job in accordance with the UOC approval. 4.1.2 ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORTING

Accidents and serious incidents are required to be immediately notified to the ATSB in accordance with section 18 of the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003. Written notifications are required to be submitted within 72 hours of an accident, serious incident or incident in accordance with section 19 of the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003

http://www.comlaw.gov.au/ComLaw/legislation/actcompilation1.nsf/previewlodgmentattachments/9F422ABAC625C992CA2575E40023A634/$file/TransportSafetyInv2003.htm#param47

http://www.comlaw.gov.au/ComLaw/Legislation/ActCompilation1.nsf/0/0FCF42E44C61E995CA2575E40023A612/$file/TransportSafetyInv2003.pdf

http://www.comlaw.gov.au/ComLaw/Legislation/ActCompilation1.nsf/previewlodgmentattachments/9F422ABAC625C992CA2575E40023A634/$file/TransportSafetyInv2003.htm#param48


and Regulation 2.6 of the Transport Safety Investigation Regulations 2003. The written notification should contain as much information about the accident, serious incident or incident as is within the knowledge of the person at the time of submitting the notification.

4.1.3 TYPES OF OPERATIONS

All operations must be carried out within the limitations and conditions in the schedule of the UOC

The Controller must not cause anything to be dropped or discharged from an unmanned aircraft in any way that may create a hazard to another aircraft, person or property.

Tick as appropriate.

These operations may be subject to other State and Federal laws and must be complied with.

☐ AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY

☐ AERIAL SPOTTING

☐ AERIAL SURVEYING

Only tick boxes relevant to your operation. You will only be approved on operations you are able to demonstrate at a practical assessment


5 PART E 5.1 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TRAINING SCHOOL OPERATIONS

5.1.1 RESERVED


6.1 APPENDIX 1

COPY OF UAV OPERATORS CERTIFICATE

Attach a copy of your UOC behind this page


6.2 APPENDIX 2

USEFUL CONVERSIONS

Single Unit Conversion Useful conversion

Distance 1 centimetres 0.3937 inch 1 inch 2.54 centimetre 1 Foot 30.5 centimetre 400 Feet 121.92 1 metre 39.37 inch 1 metre 3.28084 feet 1 Kilometre 0.62137 Miles 1 Kilometre 3280.8399 Feet 1 mile 1.61 kilometres 1 nautical mile

1.85 kilometres 3 nautical mile

5.556 Kilometres

1 nautical mile

6080 Feet

Speed 1 kilometre per hour

.4971 Miles per hour

1 kilometre per hour

0.27777 metre per second

1 mile per hour (mph)

1.609 kilometres per hour

1Metre per Second

3.6 Kilometres per hour

1Metre per Second

1.9438 Knots

I Knot 0.514 Metre per Second

1 knot 1.150779448 miles per hour

Weight 1 kilogram 2.2 pounds 100

kilogram 220.462 pounds

150 kilogram

330.693 pounds

1 pound 0.45359273 Kilogram

1 ounce

28.34952312 grams (g)


6.3 APPENDIX 3

FLIGHT AUTHORISATION SHEET

Date: <insert> Location: <insert>

Task: <insert> Aircraft: <insert>

Remote crew: Times: PIC <name> Launch <sched.

time> <hours> Flight Notes: <free text>

2RP <name> Recovery <sched. time>

<hours>

RPA observer <name> Launch <sched.

time> <hours>

Recovery <sched. time>

<hours>

Launch <sched.

time> <hours>

Recovery <sched. time>

<hours> Job Site Assessment:

Est. Total

hours

Actual Total hours

<hours>

Specific instructions:

Flight Authorisation

Chief Controller

Signed:

Remote Pilot

Signed:


6.4 APPENDIX 4

AIRCRAFT FLIGHT LOG AND MAINTENANCE RECORD

Aircraft Type_________________

Aircraft Serial Number__________

Date of Manufacturer___________

Aircraft identification Operator

Date Pilot Daily inspection

Post flight inspection

Flight or

daily total

Serviceable Y/N

Defect number

Comment Total

Brought Forward

Page Number_______

Carried forward


Defect Number

Description of defect or maintenance required Name Signature Date

Rectification Name Signature Date

Defect Number



Defect Number




6.5 APPENDIX 5

Briefing The following briefing is to be given by the controller to all crew members and observers. The controller is also responsible to ensure the emergency contact telephone numbers are to hand.

It is recommended this briefing be laminated, so contact numbers etc. can be written on during the planning stages of the mission

Action

Overview of the mission as planned

Any specific tasking for crew member. EG. person tasked with observing for people straying into the area of operation

Possible issues and identification of hazards associated with the mission including planned action

How the controller will communicate any problem and/or subsequent action

Identification of alternate landing area

Identification of a safe zone

Action following an incident

Notes/comments specific to mission

Emergency contact numbers

Any additional requirements for this operation must be added


6.6 APPENDIX 6 JOB SAFETY ASSESSMENT

Company ABC Aerial Photography Date Thursday, 18 July 2013 Task Real Estate Shots

Location Glass Street, Bungendore, NSW

Check the following and address as needed

Sketch of area (if necessary) Maps and charts available and checked Weather, within limits for machine and operation

NOTAMs Possibility of public moving into area Footpath/right of way Landing area including alternate Ability to maintain 30M of public Obstructions (buildings Trees) Possible interference (Powerlines/antennas) Ability to maintain visual line of sight Controllers ability matches location/task Permission of any landowners Privacy Local restrictions, by laws Need for signage Area to add any additional

Pilot Biggles Signature Crew Customer as observer

Comments- No Public access to site, customer was observer


6.7 APPENDIX SEVEN

RISK ASSESSMENT

Overview

The evaluation of risk is the process known as “Risk Assessment”.

The UAS Controller should perform this assessment.

The Risk Assessment should be performed during the feasibility planning phase to determine if the flight is viable, refer Part D Section 1. It should then be validated on the day prior to the flight. Any assumptions made during the initial Risk Assessment (such as forecast weather/wind, location of persons etc.) should be confirmed.

The Risk Assessment involves calculating a risk factor based on both the severity of any undesired outcome and the likelihood of that outcome. Where the risk factor is unacceptably high a mitigating factor or control measure is needed to reduce the likelihood or consequence to manage the risk back to an acceptable level/factor. Even if the risk is acceptable you should consider any factor that could be applied to reduce the risk further.

Determining the Risk

A detailed diagram of the site (Google maps may also be used) and the Risk Assessment Tool Prompt Sheet are used to identify possible risks. These risks are recorded on the Risk Calculation Sheet.

Next the score for both the likelihood and consequence is determined using the Risk Score Table below and the scores are entered on the Risk Calculation Sheet. The Risk factor is then calculated by multiplying these two scores.

Note - other elements such as local by Laws etc. which may prevent the flight should also be considered.

Risk Management

The calculated Risk Factor for each identified risk is then reviewed

Where the risk factor is unacceptably high a mitigating factor or control measure is needed to reduce the likelihood or consequence to manage the risk to an acceptable level/factor. Multiple control measures may be needed to reduce the risk to an acceptable level. Even if the risk is acceptable you should consider any factor that could be applied to reduce the risk further.

The control measure is recorded on the Risk Calculation Sheet and a new Risk Factor calculated.

Note – The risk assessment should also include any risk to the Controller, Observer and anyone else involved in the operation of the UAS.

Where the residual risk is unacceptable the flight should not proceed.


Validation of Risk Assessment

Once “on site” the Risk Assessment must be validated prior to the flight proceeding. Any assumptions made during the initial Risk Assessment (such as forecast weather/wind, location of persons etc.) should be confirmed. Where there are differences a new Risk factor must be calculated and control measures adjusted to manage the risk to an acceptable level prior to the flight.

Other Factors

As this is a generic Risk Assessment process it cannot consider all possible areas of risk for every situation. There may be other areas that need consideration in addition to the Risk Assessment Sheet prompts. Therefore this risk assessment process should be considered a guide as to the minimum areas for inclusion in your Risk Assessment.


RISK ASSESSMENT MATRIX - LEVEL OF RISK Consequence

People

Injuries or ailments not requiring medical treatment.

Minor injury or First Aid Treatment Case.

Serious injury causing hospitalisation or multiple medical treatment cases.

Life threatening injury or multiple serious injuries causing hospitalisation.

Multiple life threatening injuries. Less than 10 fatalities.

Multiple fatalities, 10 or more

Reputation

Internal Review Scrutiny required by internal committees or internal audit to prevent escalation.

Scrutiny required by external committees or Auditor General’s Office, etc.

Intense public, political and media scrutiny. Eg: inquest, front page headlines, TV, etc.

Government inquiry or Commission of inquiry or adverse national media in excess of 1 week.

Government inquiry and ongoing adverse international exposure

Organisational / Client impact

Small delay, internal inconvenience only.

May threaten an element of the service delivery function. Business objective delayed. Easily remedied, some impact on external stakeholders.

Considerable remedial action required with disruption to a Group for period up to 1 month. Some business objectives not achieved.

Significant loss of critical information. Disruption to one or more Groups for up to 3 months. Some major objectives not achieved.

Permanent loss of critical information, substantial disruption to CASA or external intervention for over 3 months. Threatens existence of a Group within CASA. Major objectives not achieved

Threatens ongoing existence of CASA.

Insignificant Minor Moderate Major Severe Catastrophic

Numerical Historical 0 1 2 3 4 5

Prob

abili

ty

>1 in 10 Is expected to occur in most circumstances Almost Certain (5) 5 6 7 8 9 10

1 in 10 – 100 Will probably occur

Likely (4) 4 5 6 7 8 9

1 in 100 – 1000

Might occur at some time in the future Possible (3) 3 4 5 6 7 8

1 in 1000 – 10000

Could occur but considered unlikely or doubtful Unlikely (2) 2 3 4 5 6 7

1 in 10000 - 100000

May occur in exceptional circumstances Rare (1) 1 2 3 4 5 6

< 1 in 100000

Could only occur under specific conditions and extraordinary circumstances

Extremely Rare (0) 0 1 2 3 4 5

>7: Extreme risk

– detailed treatment plan required

6,7: High risk

– needs senior management attention and treatment plan as appropriate

4,5: Medium risk

– manager level attention and monitoring as appropriate

<4: Low risk


RISK CALCULATION SHEET Undesired Outcome Severity Likelihood Risk

Factor #1 Eg. Members of the public encroaching area of operation

0 4 4

Control Measure or comment on risk Customer to be observer and briefed in accordance with check sheet

0 1 1

#

Control Measure or comment on risk

Final Final Final

#

Control Measure or comment on risk

Final Final Final

Delete example before submission


Risk Assessment Tool Prompt Sheet Consideration Possible Impact on Risk Time of Day Possible Low Sun, fading light, orientation,

ability to maintain visual LOS

Weather Check Forecast, Temperature, wind direction, wind strength, impact on battery life (cold battery, flying into wind), aircraft wind limit, Fire ban,

Public Person moving into landing area during flight, footpath, right of way, Suitable take-off and landing areas, ability to maintain 30m separation,

Property Permission from land owner, privacy, buildings, antennas, trees, obstructions, ability to maintain visual line of sight, controllers ability matches location, local restrictions, by laws,

Other aircraft Likelihood of other aircraft in area Equipment failure Likely failure modes, alternate landing site,

emergency procedures, Battery fire following crash (dry grass),

Environment Noise, ability to communicate with participants, distractions, possible distraction of public (drivers)

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