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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 Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

1. Prepare and plan inspection 

1.1 Explosive ordnance facility to be inspected is identified from work requests/instructions, analysed and confirmed

1.2 Documentation related to the facility is identified and assembled in accordance with organisational  procedures

1.3 Liaison is undertaken with relevant personnel in accordance with current procedures

1.4 Work health and safety (OH&S) requirements including those contained in organisational procedures, are identified and applied throughout the inspection

2. Conduct inspection 

2.1 Security and safety requirements  applicable to the facility are identified and adherence to these requirements is confirmed

2.2 Licensing requirements  applicable to the facility are identified and adherence to these requirements is confirmed

2.3 Maintenance and housekeeping standards  are identified in accordance with organisational procedures

2.4 Facility records  are inspected in accordance with statutory and organisational procedures

3. Carry out post inspection procedures 

3.1 Procedures to rectify problems or non-adherence to policy identified during the inspection are prepared, agreed by relevant personnel and implemented

3.2 Documentation, records and reports related to the inspection are maintained in accordance with statutory, and organisational policy and requirements

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

Required Skills 

• apply WHS requirements
• communicate with stakeholders effectively
• conduct inspections
• identify problems and non-adherence to policy and standards
• interact with stakeholders effectively
• maintain documentation

Required Knowledge 

• documentation requirements
• inspection procedures
• net explosive quantity and compatibility relevant to the facility
• policies and procedures applicable to explosive ordnance facilities
• relevant documentation
• relevant WHS requirements
• reporting requirements

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

• adhere to relevant WHS requirements and operational safety requirements
• plan and prepare for facility inspections
• identify problems and non-adherence to policy and standards
• initiate rectification procedures
• maintain documentation

Consistency in performance 

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Context of assessment 

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or under conditions which accurately simulate a realistic workplace in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisational requirements.

Specific resources for assessment 

Access is required to:

• facilities and resources used in the packaging, storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance, including a licensed explosive site

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

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.

Organisation  may include:

• Defence organisation
• Enterprises that work with explosive ordnance
• Other government departments or instrumentalities that work with explosive ordnance

Security and safety requirements  may include:

• Access controls
• Alarm and fire protection systems
• Earthing systems
• Venting systems

Licensing requirements  may include:

• Compatibility
• Facility compliance
• Net explosive quantity

Maintenance and housekeeping standards  may include:

• Building standards
• Cleanliness
• Storage standards

Facility records  may include:

• Access
• Environmental
• Maintenance
• Safety
• Storage and accounting