Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit covers the competency required to operate a mortar in the Australian Defence Force (ADF). The individual will be under direct supervision, usually as part of a team and will usually operate under direct Orders for Opening Fire and in accordance with the Rules of Engagement. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite Unit /s |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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 Required Skills and Knowledge and/or the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Position the weapon |
1.1 Weapon position is prepared for firing in accordance with standard procedures 1.2 Ancillary equipment is prepared for use and operated as required or directed 1.3 Weapon is prepared for firing in accordance with standard procedures 1.4 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation |
2. Aim the weapon |
2.1 Sighting equipment is prepared for use and operated as required or directed 2.2 Firing data is calculated both manually and electronically, and communicated to supervisor 2.3 Mortar is aimed and adjusted as directed in accordance with standard procedures |
3. Fire the mortar |
3.1 Ammunition is handled and prepared under supervision and in accordance with standard procedures 3.2 Ammunition is visually inspected and defects are reported to supervisor 3.3 Weapon drills are conducted in accordance with standard procedures 3.4 Mortar is fired in an operational environment and in accordance with orders |
4. Maintain and stow the mortar |
4.1 Weapon and associated equipment are cleaned and serviced as required 4.2 Defects are identified and rectified within limits of authority or reported to supervisor 4.3 Documentation is completed in accordance with standard procedures 4.4 Mortar is secured in accordance with standard procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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 carry out all weapon drills as listed in the Range Statement; to work as part of a team; to fire the weapon using, as a minimum, high explosive ammunition; and to complete a variety of firing data calculations as listed in the Range Statement. Assessment must be conducted by day and night. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated by day and night over a period of live firing missions using a variety of ammunition types. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed using live ammunition and in a simulated operational threat environment. The mortar operator should be exposed to the extremes of the operational environment where a person is under physical and mental stress. The context of assessment would usually be simulated due to the nature of this high-risk environment. Assessment must be conducted by day and night. Specific resources for assessment Access to a mortar, ammunition and a live firing range. |
Guidance information for assessment |
Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. |
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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Mortar may include |
81 mm calibre |
Standard procedures may include |
Australian Standards Defence Instructions Doctrinal pamphlets Job guides, other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions OH&S regulations Organisational policies and procedures Procedure manuals Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation Routine Orders Standing Operating Procedures Standing Orders Written and verbal orders |
Ancillary equipment may include |
Aiming devices Complete Equipment Schedule (CES) Night aiming devices Sighting systems |
Firing data may include |
Circular/rectangular sheath Coverage Datum Grids Intersection Linear Link shooting Location Polar Proving the belt Shift |
Ammunition may include |
Anti tank High explosive (HE) Illumination Improved conventional munitions Precision guided munitions Smoke White phosphorus And may be used with fuse types:
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Ammunition defects may include |
Corrosion Cracks Damaged charge bags Damaged packaging Rust Weeping |
Weapon drills must include |
Action Adjustment of scales Cease fire Firing Misfire Parallel Position aiming posts |
Operator maintenance may include |
Calibrating sights Cleaning Lubricating Replacing broken firing pin |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Corequisite Unit/s
Co-requisite Unit /s |
Nil |