Theory Assignment 1
1. Understanding own role and responsibilities in lifelong learning
1.1
My role within London Stansted Airport is an Airfield Operations Team Manager. What is included within this role is a trainer for all London Stansted Airport winter training.
This requires me to fully understand all the relevant legislation that applies to working and operating large plant within the airside area of an airport which is provided by the following organisations:
* Department of Transport (DTF) * Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) * M.A.G Airports Group * International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) * Driver and Vehicle Licencing Agency (DVLA)
The relevant rules and regulatory requirements are contained in the following documents:
* CAA – CAP 168 Licencing of Aerodromes * CAA – CAP 413 Radiotelephony Manual * CAA – CAP 637 Visual Aids Handbook * CAA – CAP 642 Airside Safety Management * CAA – CAP 738 Safeguarding of Aerodromes * CAA – CAP 790 Requirements for Airside Driving Permits * London Stansted Directors Notices * London Stansted Airside Operations Instructions * London Stansted Snow Plan
From all the above publications I have to apply all the various rules and regulations to ensure that my training sessions are relevant and up to date.
My performance with the training I deliver is subject to audits from both outside agencies and Stansted Airport. I have to pass refresher assessor courses every 36 months to ensure that I am compliant in carrying out the training.
Within the Training side of my job I have to keep up to date and accurate records of everybody I train, even if they do not meet all the criteria to pass the course.
1.2
When promoting equality and diversity during my training sessions I have to consider how well my sessions meet the needs and interests of everybody attending, and ensure that the lesson doesn’t include too much