Unit of competency details

Unit Descriptor 

This unit covers the competency required to refurbish explosive ordnance packaging.

Refurbishing of the packaging is carried out in accordance with organisational policy and procedures while adhering to all relevant occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements.

Application of the Unit 

This competency normally applies to the individual who is required to prepare for and refurbish explosive ordnance packaging following deterioration or damage of the packaging through handling.

The unit requires the individual to inspect the packaging to determine whether it can be refurbished, refurbish the packaging and maintain a range of documentation.

Employability Skills 

This unit contains employability skills.

Pre-requisite Unit /s 

Nil

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.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

1. Prepare for refurbishment 

1.1 Requirement for refurbishing of packaging  is identified from work requests/instructions and is confirmed

1.2 OH&S requirements, including those contained in organisational  procedures, are applied throughout the operation

1.3 Technical references , tools, equipment and consumables  required for maintenance are identified, acquired and prepared in accordance with organisational procedures

1.4 Explosive ordnance packaging is inspected to confirm that it is free from explosives  in accordance with statutory and organisational procedures

2. Refurbish explosive ordnance packaging 

2.1 Explosive ordnance packaging is inspected to ensure it is capable of being refurbished in accordance with statutory and organisational requirements

2.2 Explosive ordnance packaging is refurbished in accordance with organisational policy and procedures and technical specifications

3. Carry out post reconditioning procedures 

3.1 Explosive ordnance packaging is processed  in accordance with organisational procedures

3.2 Housekeeping procedures are conducted in accordance with workshop requirements

3.3 Documentation and records  are maintained in accordance with statutory, organisational and workshop requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE 

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills 

• apply OH&S requirements
• apply protective coatings
• communicate orally and in writing
• identify packaging materials and components
• maintain documentation
• operate relevant equipment
• read, access, interpret and apply technical instructions and drawings related to explosive ordnance packaging
• refurbish
• use hand and power tools

Required Knowledge 

• application of free from explosive certification
• characteristics and limitations of explosive ordnance packaging
• organisational documentation requirements
• organisational OH&S requirements
• refurbishment procedures
• relevant colour coding

EVIDENCE GUIDE 

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit 

Assessment must confirm the ability to comply with:

• organisational safety requirements
• appropriate legislative and regulatory requirements

Assessment must also confirm the ability to:

• work safely within a workshop environment
• refurbish packaging to an appropriate standard
• process explosive ordnance packaging
• maintain documentation.

Consistency in performance 

Competency should be demonstrated in a range of actual or simulated reconditioning contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Context of assessment 

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated work environment, in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisational requirements.

Specific resources for assessment 

Access is required to:

• facilities and resources used in the reconditioning of explosive ordnance packaging.

Method of assessment 

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:

• direct observation
• interviewing the candidate
• journals and workplace documentation
• third party reports from supervisors
• written or oral questions.

RANGE STATEMENT 

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.

Refurbishing of packaging may include 

Cleaning including:

• sanding
• scraping
• wire brushing

Painting or coating including:

• brushing
• spray painting

Removal and repair of:

• contamination
• corrosion
• dents
• rust

Replacement of components including:

• backing
• cleats
• closing devices
• fitments (internal/external)
• handles
• hinges
• seals

Organisation may include 

Defence organisation

Enterprises that work with explosive ordnance

Other government departments or instrumentalities that work with explosive ordnance

Technical references may include 

Orders and instructions

Other publications

Technical drawings

Technical reference pamphlets

Consumables may include 

Cleaning materials

Packaging components

Packaging materials

Paint

Free from explosives is 

Certification that a container/package is free from explosives or explosive materials

Statutory requirement

Processing explosive ordnance packaging may include 

Passing for disposal

Preparing for issue

Returning to storage

Documentation and records may include 

Free from explosives certification labels

Receipt and issue records

Timesheets

Work records