Commercial Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Programs and Operator Competencies

CSA Group
Standards Development Organisation:
Canadian Standards Association (operating as CSA Group)
Working Program:
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Designation Number:
Z1800
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
New Standard
Status:
Proceeding to development - Duplication Resolved
SDO Comment Period Start Date:
SDO Comment Period End Date:
Posted On:

Scope:

This standard shall cover the minimum requirements related to the establishment and implementation of UAS programs for commercial and professional use. It shall cover the following details:

  • the minimum training and competencies for operation and support;
  • cover all relevant classes of UAVs,
  • programs and operation in varied sectors (e.g., agriculture, oil and gas, emergency response, public safety, municipalities),
  • programs and operation for varied tasks (e.g., inspection, monitoring, search and rescue), and

beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS).

Project need:

A fully designed and implemented UAV program, including the hiring of competent operators is critical to all industries and organization involved in drone operation. Currently there are no specific set of accepted requirements/standards provided to guide the process. An acceptable program would add tremendous value in commercial/professional operations and public safety. As the advancements in commercial drone use increases, there are significant opportunities to safeguard both the manned aviation sector and the public as the frequency, duration and risks associated with unmanned flight increases

Details of Resolution:

Standards Council of Canada is allowing the development and publication of CSA Z1800 following SCC review through the Duplication Resolution Mechanism.

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