This unit describes the skills required to operate a single bolt action 22 calibre long rifle on a legal range. Operating a 22 gauge rifle involves the ability to safely handle, maintain, operate and fire the 22 gauge rifle. The operator must be familiar with the characteristics and capabilities of the rifle.

This unit applies to those required to operate a 22 gauge rifle.

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 under supervision and will always operate under direct orders. They would perform specific tasks in a known context.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

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

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.

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Safely handle a 22 gauge rifle	1.1 Handle and carry a 22 gauge rifle. 1.2 Identify, select and handle ammunition. 1.3 Secure a 22 gauge rifle.
2. Safely maintain a 22 gauge rifle	2.1 Strip and assemble a 22 gauge rifle. 2.2 Clean and service a 22 gauge rifle and associated equipment. 2.3 Identify and rectify defects within limits of authority or report to supervisor. 2.4 Complete documentation.
3. Safely operate a 22 gauge rifle	3.1 Conduct weapon drills. 3.2 Apply marksmanship principles. 3.3 Employ weapon equipment. 3.4 Fire a 22 gauge rifle 3.5 Comply with range safety brief and practice brief when firing a 22 gauge rifle. 3.6 Recognise problems and take actions. 3.7 Identify and engage targets.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

applying recognised safety precautions

interpreting fire control orders

conducting the following firearm drills:

degrees of weapon readiness

immediate action and stoppage

safety precautions including checking clearances

recognising the limit of own authority

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of the rifle and ammunition

degrees of weapon readiness

marksmanship principles

safety precautions of the 22 gauge rifle

types of targets

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Competency should be assessed using live ammunition on a live firing range.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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.

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Safely handle a 22 gauge rifle	1.1 Handle and carry a 22 gauge rifle. 1.2 Identify, select and handle ammunition. 1.3 Secure a 22 gauge rifle.
2. Safely maintain a 22 gauge rifle	2.1 Strip and assemble a 22 gauge rifle. 2.2 Clean and service a 22 gauge rifle and associated equipment. 2.3 Identify and rectify defects within limits of authority or report to supervisor. 2.4 Complete documentation.
3. Safely operate a 22 gauge rifle	3.1 Conduct weapon drills. 3.2 Apply marksmanship principles. 3.3 Employ weapon equipment. 3.4 Fire a 22 gauge rifle 3.5 Comply with range safety brief and practice brief when firing a 22 gauge rifle. 3.6 Recognise problems and take actions. 3.7 Identify and engage targets.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

applying recognised safety precautions

interpreting fire control orders

conducting the following firearm drills:

degrees of weapon readiness

immediate action and stoppage

safety precautions including checking clearances

recognising the limit of own authority

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of the rifle and ammunition

degrees of weapon readiness

marksmanship principles

safety precautions of the 22 gauge rifle

types of targets

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.

Competency should be assessed using live ammunition on a live firing range.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

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
Handle and carry a 22 gauge rifle.
Identify, select and handle ammunition.
Secure a 22 gauge rifle.
Strip and assemble a 22 gauge rifle.
Clean and service a 22 gauge rifle and associated equipment.
Identify and rectify defects within limits of authority or report to supervisor.
Complete documentation.
Conduct weapon drills.
Apply marksmanship principles.
Employ weapon equipment.
Fire a 22 gauge rifle
Comply with range safety brief and practice brief when firing a 22 gauge rifle.
Recognise problems and take actions.
Identify and engage targets.
Handle and carry a 22 gauge rifle.
Identify, select and handle ammunition.
Secure a 22 gauge rifle.
Strip and assemble a 22 gauge rifle.
Clean and service a 22 gauge rifle and associated equipment.
Identify and rectify defects within limits of authority or report to supervisor.
Complete documentation.
Conduct weapon drills.
Apply marksmanship principles.
Employ weapon equipment.
Fire a 22 gauge rifle
Comply with range safety brief and practice brief when firing a 22 gauge rifle.
Recognise problems and take actions.
Identify and engage targets.

Assessment Cover Sheet

DEFMIL010 - Operate a 22 gauge rifle

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DEFMIL010 - Operate a 22 gauge rifle

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