Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to determine when to use a firearm to respond to a life threatening situation. It requires the ability to analyse risk factors and intentions of persons and to maintain and store firearms and ammunition in accordance with legislative requirements. This unit may form part of the licensing and legal requirements for the use of firearms by persons working in the security industry in those states and territories where these are regulated activities. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency has application in the security industry in those roles involving operational activities. Competency requires legal and operational knowledge applicable to relevant sectors of the security industry. The knowledge and skills described in this unit are to be applied within relevant legislative and organisational guidelines. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
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 section and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Maintain firearm safety . |
1.1 Applicable provisions of legislative and organisational requirements relevant to the use of firearms are identified and complied with. 1.2 Carriage of firearm is secure, protected, accessible in accordance with organisational procedures. 1.3 Firearm ammunition is obtained appropriate to firearm type and complies with manufacturer's instructions. 1.4 Protective equipment is selected and used in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines. 1.5 Pre -operational checks of firearm are carried out to ensure safe and continuing operation of firearm. 1.6 Checks and procedures for the handling, transfer and loading or unloading of firearm are completed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions with due regard to the safety of self and others. |
2 Draw firearm . |
2.1 The need and opportunity to present firearm is assessed and evaluated against identified risk factors and alternative response options. 2.2 Personal safety needs are identified and assistance sought as required from relevant persons . 2.3 Communication is maintained with subject and reflects sensitivity to individual social and cultural differences . 2.4 Interpersonal techniques are used to ensure instructions are clear, justified and in accordance with legislative requirements. 2.5 Firearm is drawn in a positive and controlled manner in accordance with organisational procedures. |
3 Discharge firearm . |
3.1 Personal positioning and stance ensures that handling and grip is secure to maintain control of firearm. 3.2 Threat is continually monitored and assessed to evaluate response options. 3.3 Tactical positioning during incident is fluid and uses available cover and protection. 3.4 Discharge of firearm is determined as only reasonable option to remove the threat in identified life-threatening situations. |
4 Evaluate firearm use . |
4.1 Presentation and discharge of firearm is reviewed and evaluated against circumstances of the incident. 4.2 Incident observations are provided accurately and constructively. 4.3 Review findings identify areas for improvement and recommendations for amendment of response procedures are provided for future practice. 4.4 Firearm is inspected and faults are identified and reported in accordance with organisational procedures. 4.5 Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained with due regard to confidentiality in accordance with legislative requirements. 4.6 Effects of stress and other issues related to own well-being are recognised and managed using appropriate stress management techniques . |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the 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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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment includes:
Resource implications for assessment include:
Reasonable adjustments must be made to assessment processes where required for people with disabilities. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. |
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Method of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed using the following methods of assessment:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and suitable to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the competency being assessed. In all cases where practical assessment is used, it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Oral questioning or written assessment may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a choice between oral questioning and written assessment, questions are to be identical. Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff. |
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Legislative requirements may relate to : |
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Organisational requirements may relate to : |
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Firearm may be : |
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Protective equipment may include : |
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Pre -operational checks may include : |
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Assessment may involve an analysis of : |
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Personal safety needs may include : |
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Relevant persons may include : |
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Social and cultural differences may relate to : |
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Interpersonal techniques may involve: |
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Tactical positioning may include : |
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Discharge : |
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Common faults may include : |
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Documentation may include : |
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Effects of stress may include : |
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Stress management techniques may include : |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Security |
Competency field
Competency field |
Operations |