Assessor Resource

DEFEO704C
Control military explosive ordnance operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This competency normally applies to the individual who is required to control military teams involved in military explosive ordnance operations.

The individual is required to plan the explosive ordnance task, apply the appropriate work health and safety (WHS) requirements and safety precautions, identify requirements and resources, and control 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 control military teams involved in military explosive ordnance operations.

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

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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 operation

apply appropriate WHS requirements and safety precautions

identify requirements and resources

control the performance of the operation

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated in a range of actual or simulated military explosive ordnance operational 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

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 operation

direct, control, coordinate and monitor the personnel involved in the operation

efficiently and safely control the operation to achieve the objective

interpret orders, instructions and directions

plan explosive ordnance operation

provide reports and appropriate documentation

Required Knowledge

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

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of relevant equipment

explosive ordnance operation to be performed

material, personnel skills and other requirements for the operations

WHS requirements

operational environment

procedures and requirements of the operations

reporting requirements and procedures associated with the operations

safety precautions associated with the operations

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 operations may be:

Initiated by orders

Operations in support of other defence service/activities

Operations in support of formal requests from the civil authorities

Performed in conjunction with or in support of other operations

Operational 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

on ships

in units/formations and bases

And may include:

arming weapon systems

explosive ordnance demolition (EOD) operations

improvised explosive device disposal (IEDD) operations

military demolitions

laying and clearing minefields

construction of obstacles

laying and clearing booby traps

Resource allocation may include

Personnel

Materials

Any allocated support

Doctrine, policies and procedures may include:

Current doctrinal publications

Policy

Instructions

Standing operating procedures

Chain of command may include:

Processes such as:

operational control

authority for direction

reporting requirements

And may not be clearly defined

Information and intelligence may be gained from:

Aerial photographs

Intelligence staffs/units/agencies

Maps

Other units/organisations

Reconnaissance

Reports

Orders may include:

Formal or informal

Written or oral

OH&S may include:

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
Operationaltasks, resources allocated, constraints imposed and any special requirements 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 operation is planned addressing the guidance and the resources provided and required for the task, including contingency arrangements 
Information and intelligence is gathered and reconnaissance is conducted 
Liaison is effected with neighbouring/support operations/units 
Resource shortfalls are identified and alternatives and/or consequential action is included in the plan 
Materials required are identified, acquired and assessed for suitability against current instructions, policies and procedures, with defects/shortfalls being reported in accordance with procedures 
Elements to perform the operation are identified, advised and orders on the tasks are issued 
WHS policies/safety precautions addressing the operation are identified and applied in all associated activities 
Operation is controlled and monitored to ensure efficiency of performance and objective are achieved 
Operation is coordinated with other concurrent operations and neighbouring/support activities/units as required, reallocating/adjusting resources to meet operational needs 
Communications with higher/controlling levels are maintained as required 
Reported problems are actioned in accordance with procedures and instructions 
Requested support is either provided or requested in accordance with current procedures 
Operation is documented in accordance with current instructions and procedures 
Debriefing is conducted as appropriate with the elements involved in the operation and higher levels/other organisations are informed of relevant matters 
Future operations are adjusted to reflect any impact of the completed operations 

Forms

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