Assessor Resource
DEFEXO063
Operate a large quantity explosives facility
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This unit describes the skills required to operate a storage facility licensed to contain a large quantity of explosive ordnance. This includes calculating net explosive quantity, applying compatibility constraints, ensuring package sealing requirements are applied and maintaining a range of documentation.
This unit applies to those required to develop and apply storage plans and operate a large quantity explosives facility.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work independently and as part of a team, under indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform specific tasks in a broad range of contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
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