Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
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Unit Descriptor |
This unit covers the competency required to operate a direct fire support weapon . Operating a direct fire support weapon involves the ability to safely handle, safely maintain, safely operate and safely fire the direct fire support weapon. The weapon is designed to be carried by a person. The individual will be under supervision, usually as part of a team and will usually operate under direct orders. |
Application of the Unit
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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
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Prerequisite Unit /s |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
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Employability Skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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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 Required Skills and Knowledge and/or the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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1. Safely handle a direct fire support weapon |
1.1 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation 1.2 Direct fire support weapon is handled and carried safely in accordance with standard procedures 1.3 Ammunition is identified and selected, and safely handled in accordance with standard procedures 1.4 Direct fire support weapon is secured in accordance with standard procedures |
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2. Safely maintain a direct fire support weapon |
2.1 Direct fire support weapon is stripped and assembled in accordance with standard procedures 2.2 Direct fire support weapon and associated equipment are cleaned and serviced as required, in accordance with standard procedures 2.3 Ammunition is cleaned, inspected, carried and secured in accordance with standard procedures 2.4 Defects are identified and rectified within limits of authority or reported to supervisor 2.5 Documentation is completed in accordance with standard procedures |
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3. Safely operate a direct fire support weapon |
3.1 Weapon drills are conducted in accordance with standard procedures 3.2 Marksmanship principles are applied in accordance with standard procedures 3.3 Fire positions are adopted as required by environment and threat 3.4 Weapon equipment is employed as required in accordance with standard procedures |
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4. Safely fire a direct fire support weapon |
4.1 Direct fire support weapon is safely fired in accordance with standard procedures 4.2 Range Safety Brief and Practice Brief are complied with when firing a direct fire support weapon on a range, in accordance with standard procedures 4.3 Targets are identified and engaged in accordance with standard procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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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 conduct all weapon drills as listed in the Range Statement; to fire the weapon; to act as part of a team; and to recognise the limit of own authority. Assessment must also confirm that operators meet the specified minimum requirements as laid down by the relevant Service Chief. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated on a live firing range. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed using live ammunition on a live firing range. Note: In Defence the assessment and training are conducted in accordance with the current weapons pamphlet. This would include 'dry' assessment to ensure that a safe environment is maintained. Specific resources for assessment Access to a direct fire support weapon, ammunition and a live firing range. |
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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
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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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Direct fire support weapon may include |
Any in service 66 mm or 84 mm direct fire support weapon |
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Standard procedures may include |
Australian Standards Defence Instructions Doctrine pamphlets Job guides, other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions OH&S regulations Organisational policies and procedures Procedure manuals Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation Routine Orders Standing Orders Standing Operating Procedures Written and verbal orders |
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Ammunition may include |
Dummy High explosive High explosive anti tank High explosive dual purpose Illumination Smoke Practice Sub calibre |
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Defects may include |
Broken firing pin Broken cocking rod Burrs Bulging Corrosion Cracks Damaged sighting system Faulty extension system Faulty firing mechanism Incorrect serial numbers Out of date or missing fully functional classification label |
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Weapon drills must include |
Safety precautions (e.g. checking clearances) Degrees of weapon readiness Immediate action and stoppage |
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Marksmanship principles may include |
Position and hold must be firm enough to support the weapon Weapon must point naturally at the target without undue physical effort Shot must be released and followed through without disturbance to the firers position Aiming must be correct |
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Fire positions may include |
Kneeling Prone Sitting Squatting Standing Supported or unsupported |
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Weapon equipment may include |
Complete Equipment Schedule (CES), such as:
Weapon sighting systems |
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Engaging a target means |
The correct target is identified and engaged by fire |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Corequisite Unit/s
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Co-requisite Unit /s |
Nil |
