Assessor Resource

DEFCA417B
Destroy targets using a direct fire guided weapon system

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This competency was developed for combat arms personnel required to operate direct fire guided weapon systems designed to destroy targets in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.

The individual will usually operate under Orders for Opening Fire and in accordance with the Rules of Engagement.

All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures.

This unit covers the competency required to safely handle, aim, fire, and maintain direct fire guided weapon systems, which may include Dragon, Javelin, Milan, and TOW, designed to destroy targets.

The weapon is designed to be carried by a person.

An individual would normally operate the weapon in a team environment under supervision. The operator must be thoroughly familiar with characteristics and capabilities of the guided weapon system and competent in the application of fire in an operational or simulated operational environment.

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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Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

proficiently track and engage targets using the weapon system

carry out all weapon drills as listed in the Range Statement

accurately identify the target type

successfully carry out live or simulated engagements

fire from any supported and unsupported position

recognise limit of own authority

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time and across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations allowing the individual to be assessed in a number of realistic operational scenarios.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment using live ammunition or simulation that accurately reflects the operation of the weapon system and the threat.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to a direct fire guided weapon system, ammunition and a live firing range.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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

Required Skills

achieve the required effects of fire

apply battlecraft aggressively

apply fieldcraft skills

apply recognised safety precautions

hand eye coordination

handle weapon safely in an operational environment

manual dexterity

use binoculars

work in a team

Required Knowledge

battlecraft

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of the weapon

characteristics, technical capabilities of the system

fieldcraft

fire control orders

WHS requirements

safety precautions associated with the equipment

target identification

team work

weapon drills

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

WHS 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

Ammunition may include:

high explosive anti-tank

high explosive multi-purpose

Weapon drills must include:

checking clearances

degrees of weapon readiness

immediate action and misfire

safety precautions

stripping and assembling

Fire positions may include:

supported or unsupported

prone

standing

kneeling

sitting

squatting

Weapon sighting systems may include:

electronic aiming devices

thermal/infra-red

Target identification must include:

differentiation between friend or foe

vehicle type identification:

main battle tanks and other armoured vehicle

slight armed vehicles

light skin vehicles

Target identification may include:

verification by external agencies

Engagement of the target may include:

destruction

neutralisation

Operator maintenance may include:

battery replacement

cleaning

electrical connections inspection and cleaning

inspections

launcher caps replacement

lens cap replacement

Defects may include:

broken cocking rod

broken firing pin

damaged cartridge guide

damaged sighting system

faulty extension system

faulty firing mechanism

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Weapon is safely handled and carried in accordance with standard procedures. 
Ammunition is identified, selected and safely handled in accordance with standard procedures. 
Weapon drills are conducted in accordance with standard procedures. 
Fire positions are adopted as required by environment and threat. 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation. 
Ammunition is secured in accordance with standard procedures. 
Weapon sighting systems is employed as required by the operational environment, in accordance with standard procedures. 
Rules of Engagement and Orders for Opening Fire are complied with when firing the weapon in accordance with operational requirements. 
Targets are sighted, identified and selected by the operator in accordance with standard procedures. 
Targets are tracked and engaged as required by the operational environment, in accordance with standard procedures. 
Weapon is fired in accordance with orders and standard procedures. 
Operator maintenance is conducted in accordance with standard procedures. 
Defects are identified and rectified within limits of authority or reported to supervisor. 
Documentation is completed in accordance with standard procedures. 
Direct fire support system is secured in accordance with standard procedures. 

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