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DEFEO900A
Develop explosive ordnance disposal techniques and render-safe procedures

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This competency normally applies to the individual who is required to develop explosive ordnance disposal techniques and RSPs as a consequence of an operational requirement.

The development of explosive ordnance disposal techniques and RSPs is a process primarily in support of the civilian community/authority but may also be conducted under a variety of conditions, including wartime and peacekeeping.

It would not normally be conducted except under exceptional circumstances and requires a detailed knowledge of EOD techniques and RSPs.

This unit covers the competency required to develop explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) techniques and render-safe procedures (RSPs) by members of the Australian Defence Force.

The development of EOD techniques and RSPs is a process which would not normally be undertaken except in an operational environment where time was of essence and normal techniques were not be feasible or possible.

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

Prerequisites

DEFEO707C Conduct explosive ordnance disposal operations

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 comply with:

relevant WHS requirements

recognised safety precautions

Assessment must also confirm the ability to:

perform render-safe/disposal in a manner which maximises individual safety and the safety of others

correctly locate explosive device

liaise with other agencies

prepare and operate equipment, tools and stores

develop safe disposal of/ render-safe of explosive device

prepare and refurbish incident site or equipment

calculate and maintain safety distances and cordons

apply consequent mitigation principles

gather and secure evidence

maintain documentation

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated in a range of actual or simulated explosive device render-safe/disposal 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:

specialised explosive device disposal equipment

explosive device that is to be disposed/rendered safe

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

apply consequent mitigation principles

apply operational safety

apply safety template requirements

apply time management

calculate and apply time and safety distance

communicate orally and in writing

conduct liaison

conduct site preparation and refurbishment

develop render-safe/disposal methods

maintain documentation

operate specialist explosive ordnance disposal vehicle

read, access, interpret and apply technical instructions

Required Knowledge

blast/fragmentation/thermal mitigation

characteristics and limitations of explosive device to be disposed/rendered safe

consequent mitigation principles

documentation requirements

equipment handling requirements

initiation procedures

net explosive quantity estimations

operational safety

relevant testing procedures

safety distance calculation procedures

site preparation and refurbishment requirements

theory of explosive ordnance design

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 may include:

All munitions containing explosives, nuclear fission or fusion materials and biological and chemical agents such as bombs and warheads; guided and ballistic missiles; artillery, mortar, rocket and small arms ammunition; all mines, torpedoes and depth charges; demolition charges; pyrotechnics; clusters and dispensers; cartridge and propellant actuated devices; electro explosive devices; clandestine and other improvised explosive devices; and all similar or related items or components explosive in nature

RSPs may be:

By remote or manual means and may be effected by:

disruption

explosive

non-explosive

other render-safe procedure

Explosive device may include:

Devices placed or fabricated in an improvised manner that incorporates destructive, lethal, noxious, explosive, pyrotechnic or incendiary chemicals designed to destroy, disfigure, distract or harass

Non military explosive components

Unfamiliar explosive ordnance

Controlling authority may be:

Civil authorities

Military

Area security may include:

Check points

Cleared areas

Lighting

Screening

Sentries

Contact and liaison with other emergency services may cover:

Authorisation

Chain of evidence

Control arrangements

Evacuation requirements

Media details and releases

Safety aspects

Specialist advice may include:

Engineering

Law enforcement

Other explosive ordnance disposal specialists

Scientific

Situation considerations may include:

Chemical principles and concepts underpinning explosive ordnance

Consequent mitigation principles

Initiation methods

Operational safety

Operational situation

Theory of explosive ordnance design

Equipment, tools and stores may include:

Chemical detection/analysis equipment

Digging tools

Electrical firing equipment

Hook and line

Personal protective equipment and may include reference materials such as:

STANAGS

Defence service instructions

memorandums of understanding

standing operating procedures

range instructions

Remote position device including tool kit and complete equipment schedule

Shock wave actuated disrupter

Specialist explosive ordnance disposal vehicle

Telescope

Weapons, which may include:

shaped charges

explosively formed projectiles

de-armer

X-ray including complete equipment schedules and processing equipment

Work health and safety requirements and recognised safety precautions may:

Be subordinate to the operational requirement in the performance of improvised explosive device disposal operations

Involve applying recognised safety precautions

Post explosive device disposal clearance includes:

Collecting and securing forensic evidence

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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
Explosive device is located and its components are identified in accordance with specified procedures 
Explosive device construction is investigated and identified in accordance with current procedures 
Controlling authority is advised of safety and evacuation requirements 
Area security is confirmed in accordance with current procedures 
Contact and liaison with other emergency services is established on arrival and maintained in accordance with current procedures 
Specialist advice is sought in accordance with assessment requirements and standard procedures 
Render-safe /disposal method is determined in accordance with situation considerations 
Equipment, tools and stores required to render-safe/dispose of explosive device is identified and prepared for use in accordance with authorised procedures 
RSP is conducted in accordance with developed process including work health and safety(WHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions 
Equipment is operated in accordance with current instructions 
Device and immediate area is inspected and either declared safe or alternate RSP/disposal operation is planned as required by policy and procedures 
Render-safe /disposal method is documented and distributed in accordance with policy and procedures 
Equipment is recovered, refurbished and secured in accordance with current policy and procedures 
Post explosive device disposal clearance is conducted in accordance with current policy and procedures 
Explosive device disposal reports are completed and processed in accordance with current policy and procedures 
Technical evidence is provided to inquiries/courts as required 

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