Unit of competency details

Release 

TP Version 

Comments 

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DEF12V2

Primary release. Supersedes and is equivalent to DEFCM107B. Pre-requisite removed, application added.

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 and plan for defensive operations 

1.1 Ability of subordinates to complete the task is confirmed and maintained in accordance with standard procedures .

1.2 Personnel administration  is actioned in accordance with standard procedures.

1.3 Orders are received and clarified in accordance with the higher commander’s intent.

1.4 Constraints  and risks  relevant to the task are determined and managed in accordance with standard procedures.

1.5 Appropriate resources for the task are assembled, and any shortfalls that limit capability are reported to the chain of command.

1.6 Occupational health and safetyWork health and safety (OH&SWHS) and environmental requirements are recognised and applied throughout the operation, in accordance with standard procedures.

1.7 Planning decisions are made based on a logical process  to solve operational problems.

1.8 Battle procedure s are conducted in accordance with standard procedures.

2. Conduct defensive operations 

2.1 Orders are prepared and delivered in accordance with standard procedures.

2.2 Liaison is conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures.

2.3 Support from outside agencies  is coordinated.

2.4 Technical advice is provided to the chain of command or supported agencies.

2.5 All unexpected situations that require a quick and decisive response are recognised and responded to, in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures.

2.6 Command authority is exercised.

2.7 Subordinates are led by example in accordance with standard procedures.

2.8 Mission and tasks  are carried out in accordance with orders.

2.9 Communication is maintained with the chain of command as required.

3. Finalise defensive operations 

3.1 Debriefs are conducted in accordance with standard procedures.

3.2 Post activity analysis is conducted and subsequent recommendations are made in accordance with standard procedures.

3.3 Equipment, stores and ammunition are reconditioned, replaced or returned as applicable.

3.4 Documentation is completed in accordance with standard procedures.

3.5 Soldiers’ health and well-being is monitored and any anomalies are referred or fixed.

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

Required Skills 

• apply administrative requirements
• apply WHS requirements
• apply recognised safety precautions
• apply the principles of command
• conduct defensive operations
• conduct liaison
• conduct security operations
• conduct the Individual Military Appreciation Process
• conduct training
• control risk
• display initiative
• display leadership
• employ equipment tactically
• employ weapons tactically
• manage resources
• navigate
• prepare reports

Required Knowledge 

• administrative processes
• defensive tactics, techniques and procedures
• employment of battlespace operating systems
• employment of weapons and equipment
• Individual Military Appreciation Process
• liaison requirements
• laws of Armed Conflict
• military law
• navigation techniques
• WHS requirements
• orders for Opening Fire
• orders for the Use of Force
• principles of leadership
• recognised safety precautions
• resource management
• Rules of Engagement
• risk control processes
• security tactics, techniques and procedures
• service writing
• training processes

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to perform the following missions:

• allocating arcs of fire
• coordination and siting of defensive measures
• coordination of direct and indirect fire
• cordons and search
• counter-ambushes
• deployment of security and defensive devices
• fighting from a defended location
• key point security
• occupation of defensive positions
• patrols
• siting weapons
• vehicle check points
• withdrawals

Consistency in performance 

Competency should be demonstrated over time and across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Context of assessment 

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment.

Specific resources for assessment 

Access to a group of up to 12 personnel, weapons and equipment, and appropriate operating areas.

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.

Standard procedures  may include:

• Australian Standards
• Defence Instructions
• doctrine pamphlets
• job guides, other publications
• manufacturers’ handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions
• WHS 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

Personnel administration  may include:

• career management
• counselling
• maintenance of health and hygiene
• pay
• welfare

Constraints  may include:

• environmental conditions
• experience of subordinates
• health
• morale
• operational tempo
• resources
• terrain
• troops to task
• welfare

Risks  may include:

• injury
• loss of equipment
• loss of personnel
• security and information compromise
• threat

Logical process  may include:

• Combat Appreciation Process
• Individual Military Appreciation Process

Battle procedure  may include:

• back loading unnecessary equipment and material
• concurrent activity
• inspections
• preliminary moves
• rehearsals
• requests for additional equipment and combat supplies
• thorough reconnaissance
• warning orders

Support from outside agencies  may include:

• armour
• artillery
• engineers
• logistics
• medical
• rotary and fixed wing aircraft

Mission and tasks  may include:

• allocating arcs of fire
• battlefield clearance
• collecting information
• coordination of direct and indirect fire
• coordination and siting of defensive measures
• coordination with flanking organisations
• construction of field defences including obstacles to protect the position
• deployment and employment of security & defensive devices
• detainee handling and evacuation
• fighting from a defended location
• identifying and indicating section targets
• individual and area camouflage
• issuing section fire control orders
• key point security
• layout, siting of a defensive position
• occupation of defensive positions
• patrols
• posting sentries
• section fire and movement in a defensive environment
• section defensive routine by day and night
• security operations
• siting weapons
• vehicle check points
• withdrawals