Release 3. Assessment Conditions clarified in relation to simulation being an assessment option.

Release 2. Modifications made to Foundation Skills and Assessment Conditions.

Release 1. This unit was released in DEF Defence Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages.

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to DEFEO703C Supervise military explosive ordnance task.

• Unit code updated
• Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards
• All PC transitioned from passive to active voice
• PC 2.3 and 2.6 removed
• PC 1.2 and 3.1 revised

This unit describes the skills required to supervise a team involved in a military explosive task. Military explosive tasks are normally conducted on operations, they can however be conducted in peacekeeping, in support of the civilian community/ authority and also in training. It includes planning the explosive task, applying safety precautions, identifying requirements and resources, and supervising the performance of the task.

This unit was developed for Defence personnel who are required to supervise a team involved in a military explosive task.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit would work independently and supervise small teams, using discretion and judgement and taking responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform complex tasks in a range of contexts that could be unpredictable.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

Not applicable.

Explosive Ordnance

Not applicable.

ELEMENTS 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1  

Identify task requirement and allocated resources 

1.1 

Receive task and resources and determine constraints imposed and any special requirements

1.2 

Identify doctrine, policies and procedures applying to the task

1.3 

Analyse the task to identify issues of concern and shortfalls

1.4 

Report identified concerns and shortfalls to the chain of command

2 

Plan and prepare for explosive task 

2.1 

Plan method of performing the task, including contingency arrangements

2.2 

Conduct reconnaissance of the task site

2.3 

Acquire resources required for the task

2.4 

Assess resources for suitability and report defects/shortfalls

2.5 

Conduct task briefings

2.6 

Conduct rehearsals and/or trial runs where practical

3 

Supervise explosive task 

3.1 

Oversee observance of appropriate operational and WHS requirements/safety precautions

3.2 

Ensure efficiency in performance and mission is achieved

3.3 

Liaise and coordinate with personnel conducting concurrent activities

3.4 

Refer issues that cannot be resolved to the chain of command

4 

Finalise explosive task 

4.1 

Refurbish task area, tools, materials and equipment

4.2 

Conduct debriefing

4.3 

Complete documentation associated with the task

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to DEFEO703C Supervise military explosive ordnance task.

Release 3. Assessment Conditions clarified in relation to simulation being an assessment option.

Release 2. Modifications made to Foundation Skills and Assessment Conditions.

Release 1. This unit was released in DEF Defence Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages.

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to DEFEO703C Supervise military explosive ordnance task.

• Unit code updated
• Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards
• All PC transitioned from passive to active voice
• PC 2.3 and 2.6 removed
• PC 1.2 and 3.1 revised

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

• allocating appropriate resources
• directing, briefing, coordinating and monitoring personnel
• handling dangerous goods and hazardous substances
• providing reports and appropriate documentation
• using manual handling and team lifting techniques
• using PPE.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include:

• operational knowledge of:

• activities in the explosive task to be performed
• characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of explosives associated with the task
• command and control procedures
• disposal methods
• explosive initiation method
• personnel skill requirements for each activity within the task
• reporting requirements and procedures associated with the task.

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

• a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations
• acceptable means of simulation assessment
• applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
• relevant materials, tools, equipment and PPE currently used in industry.