Assessor Resource

DEFEO202D
Establish and maintain the safety and security of explosive warehouses and workshops

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This competency normally applies to the individual who is required to enter, carry out tasks in and exit an ammunition/explosive ordnance storage area or facility in a remote or home base area; and is required to maintain safety and security during entry, operations and exit.

This unit covers the competency required to enter and exit an ammunition/explosive ordnance storage area or facility in a remote or home base area.

It includes the requirements to ensure that safety standards are applied and that security is maintained during the conduct of tasks within the facility.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to:

adhere to relevant WHS requirements and operational safety procedures

calculate net explosive quantity

apply compatibility and security procedures

use correct entry procedures

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated in a range of actual or simulated explosive ordnance contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or under conditions, which accurately simulate a realistic workplace in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisational requirements.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

facilities and resources used in the packaging, storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance, including a licensed explosive site.

Method of assessment

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:

direct observation

interviewing the candidate

journals and workplace documentation

third party reports from supervisors

written or oral questions.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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

Required Skills

access, read, interpret and apply technical information

apply compatibility

apply emergency procedures

apply safety procedures

apply security procedures

calculate net explosive quantity

read and interpret job instructions, workplace forms and reports

Required Knowledge

alarm systems

basic static electricity

building signs and symbols

building types, categories and classes

compatibility requirements

earthing procedures

emergency procedures

firefighting equipment

licensing limitations

net explosive quantity calculations

personal protection equipment requirements

security procedures

written communication to a level required to complete workplace forms, reports and update records

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.

Explosive ordnance storage areas/facilities may include:

Explosive ordnance storage areas on board ships

Field storage equivalents or temporary storage areas/facilities

Home base or remote areas

Magazines

Purpose designed structures

Warehouses

Workshops

Organisation may include:

Defence organisation

Enterprises that work with explosive ordnance

Other government departments or instrumentalities that work with explosive ordnance

Security and safety of explosive areas/facilities may include:

Entering

Exiting

Inspections

Opening and venting the facility

Updating records and display boards

Tests may include:

Earthing

Static electricity tests

Net explosive quantity includes:

Explosive capacity calculated in a wide range of activities related to the storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance

Compatibility is:

Assessed in a wide range of activities related to the storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance and other hazardous materials

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Requirement to enter an explosive ordnance storage area/facility is identified from work requests/instructions, analysed and confirmed 
Work health and safety requirements (WHS) including those contained in organisational procedures are applied throughout the operation 
Security and safety inspections and tests are conducted in accordance with organisational procedures 
Facility is opened and vented in accordance with organisational procedures 
Facility is entered in accordance with organisational procedures 
Net explosive quantity and compatibility are identified, calculated and monitored throughout the operation 
Housekeeping and minor maintenance is conducted in accordance with organisational procedures 
Records are updated and maintained in accordance with statutory and organisational policy and procedures 
Facility is exited in accordance with organisational policy and procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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