Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2008C00128:reg:10:p11
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2008C00128
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 10 (pt 11/24)
Character Range: 78383–81783

procedures for the conduct of written, oral and practical tests, together with the arrangements for assessment;

(d)         provide evidence of the arrangements to cater for the general needs of students undergoing training.

19.1.3              Accreditation Process

19.1.3.1         The initial CASA accreditation process will consist of five phases:

(a)         informal discussion, at which CASA's overall requirements will be explained and any questions answered;

(b)         document assessment, in which all supplied documentation e.g. course content, details of staff course structure etc. will be examined;

(c)          practical assessment, in which physical and practical facilities will be formally inspected and sessions sampled;

(d)         external training accreditation reviewed, whereby existing registrations as an accredited tertiary or private provider of vocational education and training are confirmed; and

(e)         an examination of quality management and quality assurance documentation.

19.1.4              Training Establishment Accreditation

19.1.4.1         On meeting all the CASA standards and successful completion of the above process, training establishments will be accredited as meeting CASA training standards.

19.1.4.2         CASA will advise the training establishment in writing of its accreditation status.

19.1.4.3         The issue of accreditation by CASA will be dependent upon the management of that establishment attesting in writing that the requirements for continuing accreditation have been noted.

19.1.4.4         Continued CASA accreditation is dependent upon continuing compliance with CASA's standards.  CASA will periodically audit the training establishments to monitor compliance.

19.1.4.5         In the event that a CASA audit finds that there is a continual shortfall in compliance with the standards, CASA will formally notify the training establishment of the items of non-compliance.  The written notice shall specify a time frame in which the non-compliance is to be rectified.

19.1.4.6         If, following this written notification and the rectification period, the standards remain below the level required, CASA shall notify the training establishment that its CASA accreditation has lapsed, and of the consequent restrictions which are to be placed on its further training course undertakings until accreditation is re-gained.

19.1.4.7         To regain accreditation, the training establishment will need to satisfy a CASA audit showing that it has rectified the items of non-compliance.

19.1.4.8         Training establishments may be required to meet CASA charges for both initial accreditation and subsequent audits. This is subject to the outcome of the review of CASA's cost recovery arrangements and may not apply.

19.1.5              Training Programs

19.1.5.1         Training programs must:

(a)         demonstrate a method of maintaining up-to-date course content and training material;

(b)         demonstrate a high standard of initial and ongoing training;

(c)          provide a continuing programme, designed to ensure a complete familiarity with technological developments, AFC curriculum reviews and all theoretical and practical aspects of rescue and fire fighting, equipment and aircraft;

(d)         have the capability and capacity to provide the full range of courses, however,