Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit covers the competency required to observe targets remotely from the firepower locations and to direct firepower to destroy/neutralise a single target. Firepower will normally be limited to the following assets:
While this work will be undertaken as part of a team and under the commander's direction, the capacity to act independently may also be required should communications with the commander breakdown. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite 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. Occupy and prepare a location |
1.1 An appropriate vantage point is occupied and concealment is maintained throughout the operation 1.2 Occupied position is established 1.3 Reference points are established and information is documented 1.4 Possible threats are observed and monitored so an appropriate plan of action can be prepared by relevant authority |
2. Plan the engagement of firepower |
2.1 A target location is established via a grid reference 2.2 Altitude of the target is determined from the map 2.3 A direction from the observer to the target is determined by compass or laser 2.4 Target is described 2.5 Type and number of weapons is determined 2.6 Communications with stakeholders is maintained throughout the operation and personnel safety is monitored |
3. Direct fire on a target |
3.1 Planning information is transmitted to the command post 3.2 Direction to fire is transmitted to the command post 3.3 Target analysis after impact is conducted and referred to supervisor where appropriate 3.4 Adjustment and advice to terminate is provided as required 3.5 Records are maintained in accordance with standard procedures |
4. Withdraw from an occupied location |
4.1 Occupied position is reconditioned and all evidence of occupation is removed 4.2 A secure withdrawal from the occupied position is conducted |
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 maintain awareness of safety of friendly personnel at all times; to achieve the task using a number of simulations and at least two live fire missions using indirect firepower to destroy/neutralise the target; and to recognise but not exceed own level of authority. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over at least two live fire activities. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in an operational or simulated operational environment. The simulation should replicate the live environment where stress and fatigue are key features. The individual must be assessed as part of a team. Specific resources for assessment Access to live fire areas, indirect fire support weapons, ammunition, and personnel to operate fire support weapons. |
Guidance information for assessment |
Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. |
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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Target analysis may include |
Calculations for correction of fire Damage to the target Determination of complexity of situation Position of the projectile in relation to the target Value of the target |
Records may include |
Bomb damage assessment Fire plan proforma Observation post log Signals log book Situation reports Target records |
Standard procedures may include |
Australian Standards Defence instructions Doctrine pamphlets Job guides, other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions Occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations Organisational policies and procedures Procedure manuals Reengagement procedures Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation Routine Orders Standing Operating Procedures Standing Orders Written and verbal orders |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Corequisite Unit/s
Co-requisite Unit /s |
Nil |