Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit covers the competency required to maintain mortar ammunition to requirements as specified by the Australian Defence Force. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
This competency normally applies to the individual who is required to maintain mortar ammunition to requirements as specified by the Australian Defence Force. The unit includes the identification and selection of tools and equipment, the application of organisational safety requirements and appropriate legislative and regulatory requirements. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Pre-requisite 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. Prepare for maintenance |
1.1 Maintenance requirements of mortar ammunition are identified from work requests/instructions, analysed and confirmed 1.2 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements, including those contained in organisational procedures, are applied throughout the operation 1.3 Mortar ammunition to be maintained is identified, confirmed and acquired in accordance with organisation policy and procedures, and technical documentation 1.4 Technical references , tools, equipment, consumables and packaging components are identified, acquired and prepared in accordance with organisation procedures 1.5 Net explosive quantities and compatibility are identified, calculated, assessed and applied throughout the operation 1.6 Environmental conditions are monitored and, where appropriate, maintained in accordance with organisation policy |
2. Maintain mortar ammunition |
2.1 Mortar ammunition is inspected in accordance with organisation policy and procedures 2.2 Relevant maintenance is conducted in accordance with organisation procedures, technical specifications and drawings 2.3 Emergency and contingency procedures are applied in accordance with organisation policy 2.4 Relevant tests are conducted and recorded in accordance with organisation procedures, technical specifications and drawings |
3. Complete the maintenance activity |
3.1 Mortar ammunition is processed in accordance with the requirements specified in the work request 3.2 Equipment/tools are maintained in accordance with organisation policy and procedures 3.3 Housekeeping procedures are conducted in accordance with workshop requirements 3.4 Documentation and records are maintained in accordance with statutory, organisation and workshop requirements |
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 comply with:
Assessment must also confirm the ability to work safely within an explosive ordnance environment and to:
Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated in a range of actual or simulated mortar ammunition maintenance 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 organisation requirements. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to:
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Method of assessment |
This unit may be assessed with the following unit:
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:
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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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Mortar ammunition includes |
All items currently on the Australian Defence Force in-service mortar ammunition inventory |
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 |
Net explosive quantities include |
The explosive capacity calculated in a wide range of activities related to the storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance |
Compatibility is |
Assessed in a wide range of activities related to the storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance and other hazardous materials |
Environmental conditions may include |
Air quality Heat Humidity Pressure |
Relevant maintenance may include |
Cleaning Components change out Fuzing and defuzing Painting |
Tests may include |
Continuity tests Gauging Measuring |
Processing may include |
Forwarding mortar ammunition for inspection, testing, maintenance, storage or issue, and may include some additional preparation such as packaging |
Documentation and records may include |
Receipt and issue records Timesheets Work records |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.