Modification History
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DEF12 V2 |
First release. Replaces is and equivalent to DEFCA402B. Undertake defensive actions. Completely revised. Changes throughout the unit to meet current language. Outcomes unchanged. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to operate as a team member during the conduct of defensive actions in the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
For the purpose of this unit of competency, a team is defined as a group of up to approximately 30 personnel (for infantry this would be a section or platoon).
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 deploy in an operational environment, but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
Typically operators work independently and as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, 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
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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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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1. Prepare for defensive actions |
1.1 Defensive action orders are received and clarified where required. 1.2 Battle procedure is conducted. 1.3 Appropriate personal and task specific equipment is selected and fitted as directed and/or required by the operational environment. |
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2. Conduct defensive actions |
2.1 Defensive position is occupied as ordered. 2.2 Defences are constructed as ordered in accordance with standard procedures . 2.3 Defensive routine is conducted as ordered in accordance with standard procedures. 2.4 Drills and routines are conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures. 2.5 Withdrawal from the defensive position is conducted as ordered. |
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3. Finalise defensive action activities |
3.1 Post operation activities are conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures. 3.2 Post action administration is conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
Required Skills
- apply battlecraft aggressively
- apply navigation techniques
- apply operational safety
- apply recognised safety precautions
- assimilate orders
- handle weapons safely in an operational environment
- interpret fire control orders
- work in a team
Required Knowledge
- battlecraft
- characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of equipment
- cultural awareness
- fire control orders
- navigation techniques
- WHS requirements
- orders for open fire
- recognised safety precautions
- team work
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 work as part of a team by day and night in a simulated operational environment that replicates the extremes and stress of a threat environment. Assessment must also confirm the ability to construct the following defences:
Assessment must also confirm the ability to adhere to all defensive routines as detailed in the Range Statement. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time and in a range of contexts that could be expected in the workplace. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in a simulated operational threat environment. The person should be exposed to the extremes of the operational environment under physical and mental stress. The context of assessment would usually be simulated due to the nature of this high-risk environment. Specific resources for assessment Access to a team; a simulated operational environment that replicates the extremes and stress of a threat environment; a rifle and ammunition; and a variety of equipment as listed in the Range Statement. |
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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Defensive actions may include: |
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Battle procedures may include: |
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Defences may include: |
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Standard procedures may include: |
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Defensive routine must include: |
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Drills and routines may include: |
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Post operation activities may include: |
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Post action administration may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
