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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Assess the need to use firearms
   • Analyse incident to assess the need for the use of firearms against the degree and nature of risk to people, the organisation’s use of force guidelines, and emergency response procedures.
   • Anticipate risk, based on assessment of information available, observation of the hazards in the situation and likely consequences of events.
   • Assess and select options for action on the basis of capacity to complete the actions and suitability of response to the degree of risk.
   • Identify situations requiring assistance and request support promptly.
2. Handle and discharge firearms
   • Carry firearms in a secure, protected and accessible manner that complies with legal requirements and organisation procedures.
   • Employ tactical positioning that is consistent with assessment of intentions and risks and anticipates a range of different actions.
   • Make judgements about the use of firearms according to use of force guidelines and legal requirements.
   • Select ammunition appropriate to firearm that complies with manufacturer specifications and legal requirements.
   • Select personal protective equipment according to the requirements of the situation and use it according to organisational procedures.
   • Check that grip, handling and presentation of firearms comply with legal requirements and ensure retention and continued control.
   • Discharge firearms where necessary according to legislation and organisational policy and procedures.
   • Maintain consistency of accuracy in the discharge of firearms as defined by organisational standards and procedures.
3. Evaluate response
   • Evaluate and review effectiveness of responses according to information, observation and outcomes of events.
   • Provide accurate and constructive observations of incidents in review and debriefing of incidents.
   • Complete records and reports that comply with the organisation’s procedures.
   • Recognise and manage the effects of stress, using stress management techniques.
4. Assess the need to use firearms
   • Analyse incident to assess the need for the use of firearms against the degree and nature of risk to people, the organisation’s use of force guidelines, and emergency response procedures.
   • Anticipate risk, based on assessment of information available, observation of the hazards in the situation and likely consequences of events.
   • Assess and select options for action on the basis of capacity to complete the actions and suitability of response to the degree of risk.
   • Identify situations requiring assistance and request support promptly.
5. Handle and discharge firearms
   • Carry firearms in a secure, protected and accessible manner that complies with legal requirements and organisation procedures.
   • Employ tactical positioning that is consistent with assessment of intentions and risks and anticipates a range of different actions.
   • Make judgements about the use of firearms according to use of force guidelines and legal requirements.
   • Select ammunition appropriate to firearm that complies with manufacturer specifications and legal requirements.
   • Select personal protective equipment according to the requirements of the situation and use it according to organisational procedures.
   • Check that grip, handling and presentation of firearms comply with legal requirements and ensure retention and continued control.
   • Discharge firearms where necessary according to legislation and organisational policy and procedures.
   • Maintain consistency of accuracy in the discharge of firearms as defined by organisational standards and procedures.
6. Evaluate response
   • Evaluate and review effectiveness of responses according to information, observation and outcomes of events.
   • Provide accurate and constructive observations of incidents in review and debriefing of incidents.
   • Complete records and reports that comply with the organisation’s procedures.
   • Recognise and manage the effects of stress, using stress management techniques.

Performance Evidence

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 two occasions.

interpreting and complying with legal and procedural requirements related to the use of firearms, tactical response and defensive techniques

estimating levels of conflict and degree of risk

using firearms in a manner that minimises harm and injury

applying timely reactions in the use and termination of force

providing clear verbal warnings, directions and information

using appropriate self-defence techniques

using appropriate avoidance techniques

establishing containment and isolation according to situation

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Knowledge Evidence

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.

organisation's policies and procedures related to use of firearms

code of conduct

duty of care

available firearms and ammunition

response options that are most effective for the degree and nature of risk

communication techniques

stress management techniques

risk factors and their impact on incidents and situations

safe and controlled handling of firearms

safe and correct use of ammunition

safe and appropriate use of tactical positions

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