Assessor Resource

PUADEFCA205B
Observe targets and direct single asset firepower on a single target

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.

This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible.

This unit covers the competency required to observe targets remotely from the firepower locations and to direct firepower to destroy/neutralise a single target.

Firepower will normally be limited to the following assets:

small arms

indirect weapons.

While this work will be undertaken as part of a team and under the commander's direction, the capacity to act independently may also be required should communications with the commander breakdown.

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

Prerequisites

Prerequisite Unit/s

Nil

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm the ability to maintain awareness of safety of friendly personnel at all times; to achieve the task using a number of simulations and at least two live fire missions using indirect firepower to destroy/neutralise the target; and to recognise but not exceed own level of authority.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over at least two live fire activities.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in an operational or simulated operational environment. The simulation should replicate the live environment where stress and fatigue are key features. The individual must be assessed as part of a team.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to live fire areas, indirect fire support weapons, ammunition, and personnel to operate fire support weapons.

Guidance information for assessment

Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

communicate effectively

interpret orders

maintain situational awareness

provide reports and appropriate documentation

work in a team

Required Knowledge

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of weapons and weapon platforms

communication procedures

reporting requirements and procedures for multi-agency operations

safety associated with the operations

safety distances for various situations

standard procedures and special requirements

teamwork principles

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.

Target analysis may include

Calculations for correction of fire

Damage to the target

Determination of complexity of situation

Position of the projectile in relation to the target

Value of the target

Records may include

Bomb damage assessment

Fire plan proforma

Observation post log

Signals log book

Situation reports

Target records

Standard procedures may include

Australian Standards

Defence instructions

Doctrine pamphlets

Job guides, other publications

Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions

Occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations

Organisational policies and procedures

Procedure manuals

Reengagement procedures

Relevant local government by-laws

Relevant state/territory or federal legislation

Routine Orders

Standing Operating Procedures

Standing Orders

Written and verbal orders

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
An appropriate vantage point is occupied and concealment is maintained throughout the operation 
Occupied position is established 
Reference points are established and information is documented 
Possible threats are observed and monitored so an appropriate plan of action can be prepared by relevant authority 
A target location is established via a grid reference 
Altitude of the target is determined from the map 
A direction from the observer to the target is determined by compass or laser 
Target is described 
Type and number of weapons is determined 
Communications with stakeholders is maintained throughout the operation and personnel safety is monitored 
Planning information is transmitted to the command post 
Direction to fire is transmitted to the command post 
Target analysis after impact is conducted and referred to supervisor where appropriate 
Adjustment and advice to terminate is provided as required 
Records are maintained in accordance with standard procedures 
Occupied position is reconditioned and all evidence of occupation is removed 
A secure withdrawal from the occupied position is conducted 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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