Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit covers the competency required to safely handle, aim, fire, and maintain direct fire guided weapon systems designed to destroy targets. The weapon is designed to be carried by a person. An individual would normally operate the weapon in a team environment under supervision. The operator must be thoroughly familiar with characteristics and capabilities of the guided weapon system and competent in the application of fire in an operational or simulated operational environment . The individual will usually operate under 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. Handle a direct fire guided weapon system |
1.1 Weapon is safely handled and carried in accordance with standard procedures 1.2 Ammunition is identified, selected and safely handled in accordance with standard procedures 1.3 Weapon drills are conducted in accordance with standard procedures 1.4 Fire positions are adopted as required by environment and threat 1.5 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation 1.6 Ammunition is secured in accordance with standard procedures |
2. Fire with a direct fire guided weapon system |
2.1 Weapon sighting systems is employed as required by the operational environment, in accordance with standard procedures 2.2 Rules of Engagement and Orders for Opening Fire are complied with when firing the weapon in accordance with operational requirements 2.3 Targets are sighted, identified and selected by the operator in accordance with standard procedures 2.4 Targets are tracked and engaged as required by the operational environment, in accordance with standard procedures 2.5 Weapon is fired in accordance with orders and standard procedures |
3. Maintain and stow a direct fire guided weapon system |
3.1 Operator maintenance is conducted in accordance with standard procedures 3.2 Defects are identified and rectified within limits of authority or reported to supervisor 3.3 Documentation is completed in accordance with standard procedures 3.4 Direct fire support system 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 proficiently track and engage targets using the weapon system; to carry out all weapon drills as listed in the Range Statement; to accurately identify the target type; to successfully carry out live or simulated engagements; to fire from any supported and unsupported position; and to recognise limit of own authority. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual live firing or simulated contexts. The operational activity is to take place over time allowing the individual to be assessed in a number of realistic operational scenarios. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed using live ammunition or using simulation that accurately reflects the operation of the weapon system. The assessment environment should simulate an operational threat environment. The person should be exposed to the extremes of the operational environment where the person is under physical and mental stress. Specific resources for assessment Access to a direct fire guided weapon system, 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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Direct fire guided weapon systems may include |
Dragon Javelin Milan TOW |
Operational environment may include |
All seasons weather and terrain Day Extreme stress Night Primitive conditions Under threat |
Standard procedures may include |
Australian Standards Defence Instructions Doctrine 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 |
Ammunition may include |
High explosive anti-tank High explosive multi-purpose |
Weapon drills must may include |
Checking clearances Degrees of weapon readiness Immediate action and misfire Safety precautions Stripping and assembling |
Fire positions may include |
Supported or unsupported Prone Standing Kneeling Sitting Squatting |
Weapon sighting systems may include |
Electronic aiming devices Thermal/infra-red |
Target identification must include |
Differentiation between friend or foe Vehicle type identification:
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Target identification may involve |
Verification by external agencies |
Engagement of the target may include |
Destruction Neutralisation |
Operator maintenance may include |
Battery replacement Cleaning Electrical connections inspection and cleaning Inspections Launcher caps replacement Lens cap replacement |
Defects may include |
Broken cocking rod Broken firing pin Damaged cartridge guide Damaged sighting system Faulty extension system Faulty firing mechanism |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Corequisite Unit/s
Co-requisite Unit /s |
Nil |