Unit of competency details

Unit Descriptor 

This unit covers the competency required to set up and conduct simple electrical/electronic circuitry tests on explosive ordnance or component parts.

Application of the Unit 

This competency normally applies to the individual who is required to set up and conduct simple electrical /electronic circuitry tests  on explosive ordnance or component parts.

These tests are required to be conducted on a wide range of explosive ordnance during maintenance procedures.

Pre-requisite Unit /s 

Nil

Employability Skills 

This unit contains employability skills.

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.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

1. Prepare electrical /electronic circuitry for testing 

1.1 Testing requirements are identified from work requests/instructions and confirmed

1.2 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements, including those contained in organisational  procedures, are applied throughout the operation

1.3 Technical references , tools and equipment required for the tests are identified, acquired and prepared in accordance with organisation procedures

1.4 Explosive ordnance or component parts  are identified, acquired, prepared, moved and positioned in preparation for the task

1.5 Net explosive quantities  and compatibility  are identified, calculated and assessed and applied throughout the operation

1.6 Environmental conditions  are monitored and maintained in accordance with organisation policy

2. Conduct electrical /electronic circuitry tests 

2.1 Required tests are conducted in accordance with organisation procedures

2.2 Test results are recorded or maintained in accordance with organisation policy and procedures

2.3 Emergency and contingency procedures are applied in accordance with organisation policy

3. Finalise post test procedures 

3.1 Explosive ordnance or component parts are 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 Documentation and records  are maintained in accordance with statutory, organisation and workshop requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE 

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

Required Skills 

• apply compatibility constraints
• apply environmental constraints
• apply safety policies and structures
• calculate net explosive quantity
• communicate orally and in writing
• conduct housekeeping
• maintain documentation
• operate testing equipment
• read, access, interpret and apply technical instructions and drawings related to electrical/electronic circuitry tests

Required Knowledge 

• assessment of compatibility
• basic electrical theory relevant to the tests
• calculation of net explosive quantity
• characteristics and limitations of testing equipment
• effects of environmental conditions
• operability of test equipment
• operations, characteristics and limitations of other tools and equipment relevant to the testing
• organisational documentation requirements
• organisational safety information sources
• organisational safety policies and structures
• testing procedures

EVIDENCE GUIDE 

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to comply with:

• organisational safety requirements
• appropriate legislative and regulatory requirements.

Assessment must also confirm the ability to work safely within an explosive ordnance environment and to:

• conduct electrical/electronic circuitry tests
• calculate and apply net explosive quantity
• assess and apply compatibility
• maintain documentation.

Consistency in performance 

Competency should be demonstrated in a range of actual or simulated explosive ordnance 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:

• facilities and resources used in the storage, distribution or maintenance of explosive ordnance, including a licensed explosive site.

Method of assessment 

This unit may be assessed with the following unit:

• PUADEFEO101D Work safely with explosive ordnance.

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:

• direct observation
• interviewing the candidate
• journals and workplace documentation
• third party reports from supervisors
• written or oral questions.

RANGE STATEMENT 

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.

Electrical /electronic circuitry tests may include 

Continuity

Depasivation (lithium batteries)

Discontinuity

Fuze role setting

Insulation

No voltage

Paralysation

Resistance

Screen

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 

Technical drawings

Technical reference pamphlets

Orders and instructions

Other publications

Component parts may include 

Chamber and valve assemblies

Detonators

Fuzes

Primers

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

Processing may include 

Forwarding explosive ordnance or component parts 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

Test results

Timesheets

Work records