Part-147
The challenges of a Part-147 training organisation
Annex IV (Part-147) to Regulation (EU) No 1321/2014 sets the requirements for maintenance training organisations. Each one translates into a concrete organisational constraint.
References : 147.A.200 · 147.A.300
Scheduling courses under constraints
Basic training courses follow the modules of Part-66 Appendix I; type training courses include theoretical and practical elements. Content, duration, trainee groups, classrooms and equipment all have to fit together.
References : 147.A.105 · 147.A.110
Having the right staff at the right time
Instructors, knowledge examiners and practical assessors must be qualified for the subjects they cover. Their experience, qualifications and update training are recorded.
References : 147.A.135 · Part-66 Appendix II
Organising examinations
Examinations are conducted by examination staff, under procedures that protect their integrity and the confidentiality of questions.
References : 147.A.125
Keeping records
The training, examinations and assessments of every student are recorded, retained and kept accessible.
References : 147.A.140 · 147.A.150
Keeping the MTOE up to date
The Maintenance Training Organisation Exposition (MTOE) describes the organisation, staff, facilities, courses and procedures. Changes are notified to the competent authority.
References : 147.A.100 · 147.A.115 · 147.A.120
Facilities, equipment and material
Classrooms, workshops, instructional equipment and maintenance training material must suit the courses delivered and be kept current.
References : 147.A.130
Running the quality system
Training procedures and the quality system, including independent audits, keep the organisation compliant over time.
References : 145.A.30 · 145.A.35
Part-145 training centres
On the Part-145 side, competence assessment and continuation training of certifying staff call for the same rigour in planning and traceability.
A constant organisational workload
These requirements are not independent: an unavailable instructor, grounded equipment or an MTOE amendment ripple through the schedule, examinations and records. This is where a dedicated planning tool makes sense.
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