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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. Camouflage and conceal a vehicle to counter observation , surveillance and detection from threats to security 

1.1 Specialist equipment  appropriate to the task is obtained and checked for serviceability

1.2 Vehicle is prepared  for tactical employment and operational driving in a threat environment in accordance with standard procedures  and instructions

1.3 Vehicle is camouflaged from observation , surveillance and detection  in accordance with procedures and instructions

1.4 Vehicle and its signature are concealed from observation, surveillance and detection using natural and artificial resources 

2. Apply tactical deployment drills and contingency actions when driving a vehicle in an environment of threat 

2.1 Vehicle is driven singularly and in convoy in a threat environment in accordance with standard procedures and convoy instructions , as directed

2.2 Vehicle is tactically deployed  during halts in accordance with standard procedures

2.3 Vehicle contingency  actions are employed when threatened, in accordance with standard procedures

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

Required Skills 

• prepare a vehicle for operational driving
• drive a vehicle under operational conditions
• follow instructions/directives and verbally report information
• participate in team
• encourage other team members
• use a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication techniques including language style, active listening
• read and implement written or verbal orders and procedures

Required Knowledge 

• tactical deployment procedures including convoy driving procedures and actions at a halt and occupation of a hide or administrative position
• threats to vehicle security, observation and detection
• contingency actions
• team work principles and strategies
• techniques for supporting others
• composition of teams and roles and responsibilities of team members
• verbal and non-verbal communication techniques including hand signals, language style, active listening

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to reduce vulnerability through preparation of the vehicle, the use of camouflage and concealment, and the application of contingency actions that minimise risk.

It is essential that if faced with a threat the driver is capable of carrying out contingency actions to prevent or minimise damage to the person, the vehicle and the load, both when travelling alone and in convoy with other vehicles.

Assessment must also confirm the application of counter-surveillance doctrine and procedures and the employment of operational driving techniques, in driving both a light and medium vehicle, carrying both general cargo and personnel, in a simulated operational environment.

It is essential that competence is demonstrated in:

• selection of halt and hide positions that make best use of the natural terrain and vegetation, and provide maximum concealment
• occupation of halt and hide positions, optimising the position of the vehicle and the timely application and erection of camouflage
• procedures for camouflaging a vehicle, including use of natural vegetation and artificial aids such as camouflage nets and support sets that allow emergency redeployment of the vehicle without entanglement.

Consistency in performance 

Competency should be demonstrated as part of a broader assessment activity involving the tactical deployment of drivers and vehicles over an extended period. Performance will need to demonstrate reacting to a range of threats and carrying out contingency actions on a number of occasions.

Context of and specific resources for assessment 

Context of assessment 

Competency should be assessed carrying both general cargo and personnel. While assessment will normally be conducted as a team activity involving a number of vehicles and drivers, evidence of individual performance should be gathered on operational driving, the tactical deployment of vehicles, the use of camouflage to prevent observation and detection and the employment of contingency actions such as counter ambush and counter air attack. Most assessment tasks require the cooperation and assistance of other team members, therefore the ability to work as part of a team should be included in the overall assessment.

Assessment should be sequential from the actions of the individual on the receipt of instructions for movement through to the employment of contingency actions. Given that most of this unit of competency is based on the application of drills and procedures the assessment will be conducted primarily through the observation of practical skills. Errors detected in performance can be used to prompt a more detailed examination of a particular knowledge or skill and verbal and/or a written questioning of underpinning knowledge may complement practical assessments.

Specific resources for assessment 

Access to a suitable training and assessment area to simulate operational conditions.

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.

Vehicles  may include:

• All wheeled road transport vehicles (in Defence this equates to B class vehicles)

Work environment  include:

• Operations conducted during the day or night including under illumination and reduced lighting
• Work conducted in exposed conditions
• A variety of road, terrain, weather and vegetation conditions including off-road
• all operational road transport situations
• A range of threatening situations

Threats  may include:

• Mines and booby traps (command detonated and pressure release)
• Indirect attack from the air by aircraft and artillery
• Direct attack from ground based weapons
• Thrown projectiles and visibility retardants
• Puncturing and disabling devices such as spikes

Specialist equipment  may include:

• Night fighting equipment
• Weapons
• Communications equipment
• Camouflage nets
• Camouflage support sets
• Vehicle skirts and shrouds

Vehicle preparation  may include:

• Start up checks of vehicle operation
• Checking standard vehicle accessories and equipment
• Fitting specialist equipment such as night fighting equipment and camouflage nets
• Removing unnecessary seating
• Hardening floors
• Mounting weapons
• Removal of roofing
• Installation of wire mesh and screens to repel projectiles
• Removal of extraneous equipment e.g. tailgate
• Covering/blackout painting of reflective areas
• Fitting shrouds and skirts
• Reporting deficiencies to the supervisor and taking remedial action

Standard procedures  include:

• Written and verbal orders, convoy orders and instructions
• Standing orders, routine orders, procedures manuals, doctrine pamphlets, job instructions
• Guides and other publications
• Defence Road Transport Instructions, Driver's Handbook, vehicle user's handbook
• Procedures prescribed for the vehicle by the relevant state/territory road traffic authority and parent Defence unit/formation

Observation, surveillance and detection methods  may include:

• Visual
• Thermal
• Acoustic
• Vibration
• Electronic

Natural and artificial resources that may be used to conceal the vehicle  may include:

• Vegetation
• Terrain
• Buildings and other manufactured structures
• Camouflage nets and support sets

Convoy instructions  may include:

• Vehicle speeds
• Vehicle spacing
• Light restrictions
• Synchronous start up and shut down procedures
• Long and short halt procedures
• Action on enemy contact

Tactical deployment  may include:

• Individual movement of vehicles along roads and tracks
• Convoy driving
• Individual and collective occupation of defensive positions, harbours, hides and administrative support areas

Vehicle contingency action  may include:

• Counter-ambush drills
• Counter-mine drills
• Counter-air attack drills
• Counter-obstacle drills