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DEFMIL123
Employ hand operated pyrotechnics

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills required to effectively employ pyrotechnics in the Defence Force. Pyrotechnics are usually used for illumination, signalling and obscuration.

This competency was developed for combat arms personnel working with pyrotechnics, but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.

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 typically work independently under direct and/or indirect supervision. They use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform specific tasks in a range of contexts.

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

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Evidence Required

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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. Handle pyrotechnics

1.1 Identify and select pyrotechnics according to operational requirements.

1.2 Handle and carry pyrotechnics.

1.3 Adopt operating positions as required by circumstances and type of pyrotechnic.

1.4 Monitor environmental factors to ensure safety.

2. Operate pyrotechnics

2.1 Activate pyrotechnics.

2.2 Achieve outcome required from using pyrotechnics.

2.3 Minimise environmental impact arising from use of pyrotechnics and recover waste products.

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

employing pyrotechnics for illumination, signalling and obscuration

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 pyrotechnics

WHS requirements

recognised safety precautions

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.

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


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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. Handle pyrotechnics

1.1 Identify and select pyrotechnics according to operational requirements.

1.2 Handle and carry pyrotechnics.

1.3 Adopt operating positions as required by circumstances and type of pyrotechnic.

1.4 Monitor environmental factors to ensure safety.

2. Operate pyrotechnics

2.1 Activate pyrotechnics.

2.2 Achieve outcome required from using pyrotechnics.

2.3 Minimise environmental impact arising from use of pyrotechnics and recover waste products.

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

employing pyrotechnics for illumination, signalling and obscuration

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 pyrotechnics

WHS requirements

recognised safety precautions

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.

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

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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
Identify and select pyrotechnics according to operational requirements. 
Handle and carry pyrotechnics. 
Adopt operating positions as required by circumstances and type of pyrotechnic. 
Monitor environmental factors to ensure safety. 
Activate pyrotechnics. 
Achieve outcome required from using pyrotechnics. 
Minimise environmental impact arising from use of pyrotechnics and recover waste products. 
Identify and select pyrotechnics according to operational requirements. 
Handle and carry pyrotechnics. 
Adopt operating positions as required by circumstances and type of pyrotechnic. 
Monitor environmental factors to ensure safety. 
Activate pyrotechnics. 
Achieve outcome required from using pyrotechnics. 
Minimise environmental impact arising from use of pyrotechnics and recover waste products. 

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