Assessor Resource
DEFCA413B
Operate a direct fire support weapon
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This competency was developed for combat arms personnel required to operate direct fire support weapons in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
The individual will be under supervision, usually as part of a team and will usually operate under direct orders.
All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures.
This unit covers the competency required to operate a direct fire support weapon, including any in service 66 mm or 84 mm 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.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. In a Defence context, this means that there is no civilian need to hold this unit in order to meet licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements.
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