Overview

AVIO0018 Use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.

It includes applying safety precautions in the use of firearms, and using appropriate firearms and ammunition to control wildlife hazards.

This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to aerodrome security duties of ground operations personnel and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.

Operations are conducted as part of recreational, commercial and military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.

Course Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, you will receive a Statement of Attainment for AVIO0018 Use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards.

Entry Requirements

In order to participate in this course, you must meet the following requirements:

Must be over 18 years of age (or 11 years of age or older and have written consent from parent/guardian to attend)
Must not have any physical or other impairment which would prevent you from handling firearms safely – if unsure, seek advice from your GP or contact us to discuss suitability
Must not have any criminal convictions (relating to drug use, violence or weapons) in the past five years
Must not have been a subject to a domestic violence order in the past five years
Must not have been a subject to an involuntary mental health order in the past five years

It is also recommended that pregnant women do not attend our firearms safety courses. If you have any questions regards this please contact our head office on 1300 731 602.

For more information regarding specific licensing requirements, please visit Weapons Licensing QLD.

This course is not open to international students (student visa 500).

What will I need to provide to enrol?

Enrolment Form
USI
Photo Identification
Payment

We require all of the above to be completed and until all of these are received your spot is still tentative and therefore if the course becomes full, your booking may be moved.

Units of Competency

AVIO0018 Use firearms on an aerodrome to control wildlife hazards

Delivery Options

Pathways

After completing this course, you may be interested in attending further firearms training with Asset College including:

Course Fees

Testimonial

“Great instructior and easy to follow instruction. Great practical..friendly atmosphere. Absolutely 5***** Firearms Safety course, A1 great course, instructor, and format.”

Justin Zerner