PSPBDR013 Examine and test firearms

Release: 1

PSPBDR013 Examine and test firearms

Modification History

Release	Comments
1	This unit was released in PSP Public Sector Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages. This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPBORD408A Examine and test firearms. Unit code updated Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards All PC transitioned from passive to active voice

Application

This unit describes the skills required to identify and classify firearms subject to international trade or travel and to safety test imported firearms. It includes identifying firearms and components, conducting safety tests, maintaining resources, and reviewing and reporting on activities.

This unit applies to those working as firearms specialists who can identify, classify and safety test firearms.

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 autonomously, consulting others as required, performing routine tasks in a range of familiar contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

Competency Field

Border protection

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Identify firearms and components	1.1 Prepare firearms and components for examination. 1.2 Examine firearms and components in detail to determine relevant features. 1.3 Research internal resources to confirm observations. 1.4 Seek advice on obscure or complex items from relevant personnel. 1.5 Determine classification of firearms and components. 1.6 Determine the requirement for testing or exemption from safety testing.
2. Conduct safety tests	2.1 Test firearms against standards specified in legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines. 2.2 Operate relevant equipment. 2.3 Identify and action work health and safety issues. 2.4 Interpret the results of equipment use correctly.
3. Maintain resources	3.1 Conduct routine maintenance of equipment. 3.2 Maintain equipment to manufacturers’ specifications and standard operating procedures and guidelines. 3.3 Organise repairs to equipment as soon as practicable.
4. Review and report on activities	4.1 Record and disseminate outcomes of firearm identification and safety testing activities. 4.2 Evaluate the outcomes, procedures and processes used in activities. 4.3 Identify and action improvements to procedures and processes.

Foundation Skills

Foundation skills are embedded within the elements and performance criteria of this unit.

Unit Mapping Information

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPBORD408A Examine and test firearms.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623