Competency checks of other crew members
169.—(1)  An AOC holder must establish the proficiency level required of a crew member role that is not the role of a pilot or a cabin crew member.
(2)  For every crew member role mentioned in paragraph (1), the AOC holder must —
(a)establish a competency assessment programme to assess the competency of a person in that crew member role and in the aircraft type that the person is to be assigned that crew member role; and
(b)ensure that the competency assessment programme established in accordance with sub‑paragraph (a) includes checks appropriate for ensuring the continued competency of a person in the crew member role.
(3)  An AOC holder must ensure that the competency assessment checks provided in accordance with paragraph (2)(b) include an assessment of a person’s knowledge of the crew member role, including —
(a)the authority of the pilot-in-command;
(b)the crew member’s assignment, functions, and responsibilities during emergencies, including evacuation of persons who may need assistance;
(c)the safety and emergency procedures;
(d)the first-aid equipment and practice;
(e)awareness of dangerous goods; and
(f)where the crew member role to be assigned involves the use of radio equipment on the flight, a competency assessment of the required skills.