Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2008C00128:reg:10:p18
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2008C00128
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 10 (pt 18/24)
Character Range: 99167–102465

new extinguishing agents;

(d)         staff training;

(e)         administrative controls;

(f)            any additional ARFFS operational hazard.

23.1.1.3         The procedures must ensure that all changes are documented in such a way that all users are informed of the change and details approval authorities who are linked to the identified safety accountabilities.

23.1.1.4         The approving authority is required to be linked to any action relating to system design, system operation or restoration of a service and monitoring system, these areas can be defined as:

(a)         system design authority that is responsible for the design of the system and procedures;

(b)         operating authority that is responsible for the general operation of the system or procedure; and

(c)          maintenance authority that is responsible for the maintenance of the system or procedure.

23.1.1.5         Introduction of new technology that can reduce staffing levels in vehicle operation may be approved by CASA following the submission of a safety case.

Chapter 24:   Facility Maintenance Plan
CASR References:  Regulations 139.870 and 139.885

Section 24.1:   General

24.1.1              Standard:  Vehicles, Electrical, Radio, Ancillary Equipment and BA Sets

24.1.1.1         A methodology must be in place, in relation to vehicles, electrical equipment, radio equipment, ancillary equipment and BA Sets, to ensure the integrity of systems and maintenance schedules for the provision of the ARFFS.

24.1.1.2         A maintenance program including preventive maintenance must be established.

24.1.2              Engine Heaters

24.1.2.1         A maintenance program including preventative maintenance must be established.

24.1.3              Battery Chargers

24.1.3.1         Maintenance schedules must conform to the requirements of Chapter 26 of this Manual.

24.1.4              Flotation Platforms

24.1.4.1         Guidelines for a facility maintenance plan will need to consider the requirements of Australian Standards, Manufacturers Instructions and Guidelines.

Chapter 25:   Interruption or Change to Level of Operational Service and Contingency Plans
CASR References:  Regulations 139.855, 139.860, 139.870 and 139.910

Section 25.1:   General

25.1.1              Standard: Change to Level of Operational Service

25.1.1.1         Any proposed change to the level of service provision of ARFFS as defined in Chapters 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 18 and 20 of this MOS must be approved by CASA before publication in ERSA.

25.1.2              Service Failure

25.1.2.1         A procedure must be in place to minimise the impact of any interruption to the level of operational service.

25.1.2.2         A procedure must be in place to report and rectify any failure which results in a loss of level of service as detailed in this Manual.

25.1.2.3         These contingency procedures must prescribe detailed requirements for operational staff in the event of any interruption to the level of service provision.

25.1.2.4         The process will ensure that all affected and interested parties are promptly notified of the interruption to the operational service and its consequences.  The notification process will address both internal and external industry