PUADEFCM111B Support sub-unit level defensive operations

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PUADEFCM111B Support sub-unit level defensive operations

Modification History

Not applicable.

Unit Descriptor

Unit Descriptor	This unit covers the competency required to support the conduct of sub-unit (60-130 persons) level defensive operations. It is primarily focussed on the duties of the sub-unit's warrant officer who, in many cases will act as a member of the sub-unit operational planning and coordination team providing technical advice and direct support to the commander and second in command of the sub-unit. Many duties are also administrative in nature. In the absence of the commander or second in command the person may be required to supervise the sub-unit requiring independent action and leadership by example. Defensive operations are characterised by own forces delaying, accepting decisive engagement or withdrawing from action against hostile forces and are typically fluid and demanding environments.

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. Prepare and plan for operations	1.1 Orders are received and clarified in accordance with the commander's intent 1.2 Assistance is provided in the planning of defensive operations, in accordance with standard procedures 1.3 Planning decisions are made based on a logical process to solve operational problems 1.4 Outline-plans to support sub-unit level defensive operations are prepared and presented as required
2. Support sub-unit level defensive activities	2.1 Orders are prepared and delivered in accordance with standard procedures 2.2 Combat support and combat service support are coordinated and integrated into operational plans 2.3 Assistance is provided in the execution of sub-unit defensive operations 2.4 Defensive routine is coordinated as directed 2.5 Patrol activity is coordinated as directed 2.6 Occupation of an echelon in a defensive position is coordinated 2.7 Early warning and security measures are coordinated
3. Coordinate sub-unit administrative activities	3.1 Sub-unit level battlefield clearance is planned and executed 3.2 Sub-unit re-supply and maintenance is coordinated 3.3 Sub-unit is supervised within an echelon in defence 3.4 Combat service support to the sub-unit is coordinated 3.5 Sub-unit morale, welfare and discipline are supported and fostered when required

Required Skills and Knowledge

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.
Required Skills
apply administrative procedures apply OH&S requirements apply recognised safety precautions conduct liaison conduct the Individual Military Appreciation Process control risk display initiative display leadership employ equipment tactically employ weapons tactically manage resources navigate prepare reports
Required Knowledge
administrative processes basis for security operations defensive tactics, techniques and procedures employment of battlespace operating systems employment of weapons and equipment Individual Military Appreciation Process laws of Armed Conflict liaison requirements military law navigation techniques OH&S requirements orders for Opening Fire orders for the Use of Force principles of defensive operations principles of leadership recognised safety precautions resource management risk control processes Rules of Engagement security tactics, techniques and procedures service writing training processes

Evidence Guide

EVIDENCE GUIDE
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessment must confirm the ability to work as part of a team. Consistency in performance Competency must be demonstrated over time in a simulated operational environment, either as part of a holistic assessment activity where individuals rotate through specified appointments, or as a number of separate assessment activities such as Tactical Exercises Without Troops.
Context of and specific resources for assessment	Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the context of supporting defensive operations and leading the group when required. Assessment is in a simulated environment due to the nature of this high-risk environment. Specific resources for assessment Access to operating areas, stores, doctrine and other publications.
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
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.
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 Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation Routine Orders Standing Operating Procedures Standing Orders Written and verbal orders
Logical process may include	Combat Appreciation Process Individual Military Appreciation Process
Combat support	Airborne offensive support Armoured support Artillery support Engineers support
Combat service support may include	Air lift support Amphibious lift support Combat supplies Medical support Vehicle transport
Assistance executing sub-unit defensive operations may include	Coordinating all-round defence of the position and boundaries with other units/sub-units Coordinating camouflage and concealment, and counter-surveillance measures Providing advice on the layout, siting and occupation of a sub unit defensive position including the headquarters Supervising and advising on the construction of field defences, including obstacles and surveillance, and early warning devices to protect the position
Battlefield clearance may include	Coordinating casualty evacuation Coordinating the marking or clearing of mines, booby traps and unexploded ordnance Coordinating the removal of unwanted material from the defensive position Processing prisoners of war and other detainees
Re-supply may include	Distributing maintenance items and new equipment Issuing combat supplies

Unit Sector(s)

Not applicable.

Corequisite Unit/s

Co-requisite Unit/s	Nil