Modification History
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DEF12V2 |
First release. Replaces and is equivalent to DEFCA207B Observe targets and engage with joint asset firepower from any agency. Unit Descriptor updated. Application added. Minor Range Statement changes. Evidence Guide updated. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to observe targets remotely from the firepower locations and to provide advice so that single or multi-agency firepower can be employed to engage target/s. Agencies may include armour, artillery, coalition forces, close air support, helicopters, mortars, naval gun support, and tactical unmanned aerial vehicle.
While this work will be undertaken as part of a team and under the commander’s direction, the capacity to act independently may also be required should communications with the commander breakdown.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. In a Defence context, this means that there is no civilian need to hold this unit in order to meet licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
Application of the Unit
This competency was developed for combat arms personnel required to observe targets and to direct joint asset firepower from any agency to destroy/neutralise multiple targets in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
Typically, individuals work as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, but also must be prepared to act independently, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs.
All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
DEFCA206B Observe targets and coordinate multi asset firepower on multiple targets.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a Unit of Competency. |
Performance Criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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1. Occupy and prepare a location |
1.1 An appropriate vantage point is occupied and concealment is maintained throughout the operation. 1.2 Occupied position is established. 1.3 Reference points are established and information is documented. 1.4 Possible threats are observed and monitored so an appropriate plan of action can be prepared. |
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2. Plan the engagement of firepower |
2.1 A warning order for intent of operations is transmitted to the command post. 2.2 Advice is received on overall operational plan which will inform the planning process. 2.3 Requests for resources outside own organisation are made to the command post when required. 2.4 Target data is established and recorded. 2.5 Rate of movement of own personnel is calculated from available data. 2.6 Resources for effective fire on targets and rates of fire are calculated. 2.7 Targets are prioritised. 2.8 Schedule is developed and transmitted to the command post or direct liaison is conducted with other agency to organise engagement schedule. |
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3. Monitor fire on target |
3.1 Other agencies are communicated with directly to coordinate engagement procedures. 3.2 Communications are maintained with stakeholders throughout operation. 3.3 Own actions ensure personnel safety in target area. 3.4 Target analysis is completed after impact and if necessary, appropriate agency command centre is referred to. 3.5 Advice to terminate is provided as required. 3.6 Records are maintained in accordance with standard procedures . |
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4. Withdraw from an occupied location |
4.1 Occupied position is reconditioned and all evidence of occupation is removed. 4.2 A secure withdrawal from the occupied position is conducted. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to maintain awareness of safety of friendly personnel at all times; to achieve the task using a number of simulations and at least one live fire plan using firepower from at least one outside agency; and to recognise but not exceed own level of authority. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time and across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations including at least one live fire activity. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment. The individual must be assessed as part of a team. Specific resources for assessment Access to simulation live fire areas, indirect fire support weapons, ammunition, and personnel to operate simulation and fire support weapons. |
Range Statement
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The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. |
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Warning order may include: |
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Target data may include: |
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Resources for effective fire on targets may include: |
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Schedule may include: |
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Target analysis may include: |
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Records may include: |
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Standard procedures may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
