PUADEFCA401B - Undertake security operations assessment tool

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PUADEFCA401B
Undertake security operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 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 operate as a team member during the conduct of security operations in the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Security operations involve a variety of activities conducted in a threat environment.

This competency forms the basis for the following competencies:

PUADEFCA402B Undertake defensive operations

PUADEFCA403B Undertake offensive operations.

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Prerequisites

Prerequisite Unit/s

Nil

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.

Evidence Required

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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessment must confirm the ability to work as part of a team by day and night in a simulated operational environment that replicates the extremes and stress of a threat environment. Assessment must also confirm the ability to carry out duties during the following activities: patrol key point security vehicle check points cordon and search. Assessment must confirm the ability to adhere to the following formations: single file open file staggered file arrowhead extended line one-up two-up column. Assessment must confirm the ability to maintain security of the team by: searching ground observing arcs applying weapon readiness states ensuring protection is maintained maintaining formations use of ground maintaining communication between individuals and groups. Assessment must confirm the ability to complete the following drills and procedures: contact drills counter ambush drills mine incident drills obstacle crossing drills harbour drills short and long halts. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of contexts that could be expected in the workplace.
Context of and specific resources for assessment	Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in a simulated operational threat environment. The person should be exposed to the extremes of the operational environment under physical and mental stress. The context of assessment would usually be simulated due to the nature of this high-risk environment. Specific resources for assessment Access to a team; a simulated operational environment that replicates the extremes and stress of a threat environment; a rifle and ammunition; and a variety of equipment as listed in the Range Statement.
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

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

Required Skills

apply battlecraft aggressively

apply cultural sensitivity

apply navigation techniques

apply recognised safety precautions

apply operational safety

assimilate orders

handle weapons safely in an operational environment

interpret fire control orders

work in a team

Required Knowledge

battlecraft

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of equipment

cultural awareness

fire control orders

navigation techniques

recognised safety precautions

OH&S requirements

Orders for Open Fire

team work


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.
A security operations team is	A grouping up to approximately 30 personnel (for infantry this would be a section or platoon)
Security operations may be conducted during	Conventional operations Military operations other than conventional warfare (MOOCW)
Security activities may include	Clearance Convoy protection Cordon Key point security Patrol Searching Vehicle check points
Battle procedures may include	Cleaning weapons Conducting rehearsals Receiving confirmatory orders Removing non-essential items Securing loose items Test firing weapons Testing or checking equipment, which may include: mobility platforms ammunition non-lethal weapons load carrying equipment day and night vision equipment infra-red lights rations specialist equipment communication equipment vehicle check point equipment
Personal protective equipment may include	Ballistic protection (e.g. flack jacket) Elbow and knee pads Eye protection Gloves Hearing protection Helmet Respirator Shields Shin guards
Standard procedures may include	Australian Standards Defence Instructions Doctrinal 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
Formations	Will be largely dependent on the task, the nature of the threat, terrain and on the need for control, and may include: single file open file staggered file arrowhead extended line box one-up two-up column
Fieldcraft is	The use of natural and artificial cover to provide a measure of protection for the soldier on the battlefield and thereby permit movement and allow the effective employment of weapons. it will include: individual movement by day and night use of ground use of cover and concealment use of fire positions
Maintaining the security of the team may include	Applying weapon readiness states Early warning Ensuring protection is maintained Maintaining communication between individuals and groups Maintaining formations Observing arcs Searching ground Sentry posts Use of ground
Drills and procedures may include	Contact drills Counter ambush drills Harbour drills Mine incident drills Obstacle crossing drills Quick response force Rendezvous and marry-up procedures Short and long halts
Appropriate behaviours may include	Appropriate detention or securing techniques Complying with Orders for Opening Fire Correct prisoners of war handling Effective body language Effective communication styles Having due consideration for the individual's gender, race culture and religion
Post operation activities may include	Confirming weapon state Hand-over evacuees Hand-over non combatants Hand-over prisoners of war Participating in debriefs Preparing for subsequent operations Psychological debrief
Post operation administration may include	Assisting with resupply and redistribution Completing all documentation Equipment cleaning Maintenance of personal hygiene Returning specialist equipment Weapon cleaning

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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
Security operation orders are received and clarified where required
Battle procedure is conducted
Appropriate personal protective equipment is selected and fitted as directed and/or required by the operational environment
Specific activities are conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures
Formations are adhered to in accordance with operational requirements
Fieldcraft is employed during operations in accordance with standard procedures
Securityof the team is maintained in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures
Drills and procedures are conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures
Appropriate behaviours are applied when in contact with the enemy or other personnel in the threat environment
Post operation activities are conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures
Post operation administration is conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures

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PUADEFCA401B - Undertake security operations

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PUADEFCA401B Undertake security operationsAssessment tool

Version 1.0 Issue Date: April 2024

Prerequisites

Employability Skills

Evidence Required

Submission Requirements

Assessment Tasks

Observation Checklist

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

PUADEFCA401B - Undertake security operations

Assessment task 1: [title]

Assessment Record Sheet

PUADEFCA401B - Undertake security operations

PUADEFCA401B
Undertake security operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024