DEFEXO101 Dispose of explosives

Release: 2

DEFEXO101 Dispose of explosives

Modification History

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 DEFEO701C Dispose of explosive ordnance. Unit code updated Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards All PC transitioned from passive to active voice PC 1.2 and 1.4 removed PC 2.1 renumbered Element 1 reworded

Application

This unit describes the skills required to prepare a disposal site and to dispose of explosives by burning, detonation or by functioning on a licensed demolition range under controlled conditions. This unit specifically precludes the destruction of unexploded ordnance that has malfunctioned/failed to function. The disposal of explosives may be undertaken for a variety of reasons such as expired shelf life, defectiveness or surplus to requirement, or if the explosive has been otherwise compromised while being handled during storage, transportation or maintenance. This unit applies to those required to prepare a disposal site and to dispose of explosives on a licensed demolition range under controlled conditions. 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 under direct or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform routine tasks in a range of contexts. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

Pre-requisite Unit

Not applicable.

Competency Field

Explosive Ordnance

Unit Sector

Not applicable.

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes.	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.
1	Prepare for disposal	1.1	Identify requirement for disposal of explosives from work requests/instructions
1.2	Confirm explosive items to be disposed of and disposal methods to be used
1.3	Liaise with parties affected by the disposal
1.4	Complete site and equipment preparation
1.5	Identify, calculate, and apply net explosive quantities and compatibility throughout the operation
1.6	Prepare and test explosive disposal initiation
2	Dispose of explosives	2.1	Dispose of explosives using the identified disposal method
2.2	Interpret emergency procedures and apply contingency plans
2.3	Inspect residue to ensure all items have been disposed of
3	Finalise disposal process	3.1	Refurbish site and equipment
3.2	Maintain documentation and records

Foundation Skills

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

Range of Conditions

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.

Unit Mapping Information

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to DEFEO701C Dispose of explosive ordnance.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=6bdbab1e-11ed-4bc9-9cba-9e1a55d4e4a9