Assessor Resource

DEFEO703C
Supervise military explosive ordnance task

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This competency normally applies to the individual who is required to immediately supervise a military team involved in a military explosive ordnance task.

The individual is required to plan the explosive ordnance task, apply the appropriate work health and safety requirements (WHS) and safety precautions, identify requirements and resources, and supervise the performance of the task.

Military explosive ordnance tasks are normally conducted on operations, they can however be conducted in peacekeeping, in support of the civilian community/ authority and also in training.

This unit covers the competency required to immediately supervise a military team involved in a military explosive ordnance task.

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:

plan the explosive ordnance task

apply the appropriate OH&S requirements and safety precautions

identify requirements and resources

monitor the performance of the task

Consistency in performance

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

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated work environment, in accordance with all relevant legislation and Defence requirements.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

explosive ordnance

operational setting

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed with the following unit:

DEFEO101D Work safely with explosive ordnance.

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 Tasks

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

Required Skills

allocate appropriate materials and personnel to the task

direct, brief, coordinate and monitor personnel

efficiently and safely supervise the task to achieve the objective

interpret orders, instructions and directions

plan the task

provide reports and appropriate documentation

supervise personnel

Required Knowledge

activities in the explosive ordnance task to be performed

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of relevant explosive ordnance

command and control procedures

material requirements

WHS requirements

personnel skill requirements for each activity within the task

procedures and requirements in the performance of the task

reporting requirements and procedures associated with the task

safety precautions associated with the task

use of tools, equipment and materials involved in the task

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.

Military explosive ordnance tasks:

Are those activities undertaken by the Australian Defence Force, which involve the use of explosive ordnance in support of:

operations

exercises

assistance to the civilian community (Defence Aid to the Civil Community/Defence Aid to the Civil Power)

May be performed in conjunction with or in support of other operations

May occur in:

areas of operations

at sea

on land

in training areas to fulfil operational and pre-deployment requirements

on ships

in units/formations and bases

And may include:

explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) operations

improvised explosive device disposal (IEDD) operations

destruction of military targets

laying and clearing minefields

construction of obstacles

laying and clearing booby traps

Resource allocation may include:

Any allocated support

Materials

Personnel

Doctrine, policies and procedures may include:

Current doctrinal publications

Defence instructions

Policy

Standing operating procedures

Chain of command may include:

Clearly defined processes such as:

operational control

authority for direction

reporting requirements

WHS may:

Be subordinate to the operational requirement in the performance of explosive ordnance operations

Involve applying recognised safety precautions

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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
Task, resources allocated for the performance, constraints imposed and any special requirements for the conduct are determined 
Doctrine, policies and procedures, including issues of concern and shortfall applying to the task are identified 
Identified problems are reported to the chain of command in accordance with procedures and instructions 
Method of performing the task is planned addressing the guidance and the resources allocated, including contingency arrangements 
Reconnaissance of the task site is conducted 
Liaison and coordination is effected with concurrent/neighbouring/support activities/units 
Materials required are identified and accessed 
Materials are assessed for suitability against requirement, with defects/shortfalls being reported in accordance with procedures 
WHS policies/safety precautions addressing the task are identified and applied for its duration in all associated activities 
Personnel to be employed in process are informed and briefed on the task 
Rehearsals and/or trial runs are conducted where practical 
Task is supervised and monitored to ensure observance of appropriate operational and WHS requirements/safety precautions, efficiency in performance and mission are achieved 
Activities involved in the task are coordinated with concurrent/neighbouring/support activities/units 
Problems are reported to chain of command in accordance with procedures and instructions 
Task area, tools, materials and equipment are refurbished in accordance with current instructions and procedures 
Debriefing is conducted as appropriate with higher headquarters/staff and the personnel involved in the task 
Task is documented in accordance with current instructions and procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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