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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Perform pre operational firearm checks
  2. Assess the need to use firearms
  3. Use firearms
  4. Contain incident
  5. Evaluate response

Required Skills

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

Required Skills

apply basic problem solving strategies

apply first aid

apply legislative andor legal provisions including provisions governing the use of force reactive force misuse of force proactive force the duty of care under criminal civil and international law

apply observation and surveillance techniques

communicate and negotiate under stressful situations

encourage team members

follow instructions and report information

handle and fire weapons accurately

interpret instructions to facilitate solutions within operating parameters

minimise threat to self and others by use of appropriate force

present a professional image

record and report information accurately according to legal and organisational procedures and policy

use a variety of verbal and nonverbal communication techniques

use active listening skills in communication with colleagues and personnel

Required Knowledge

basic problem solving strategies

body dynamics and the effect of ballistics on the body

composition of teams and roles and responsibility of team members

different cultural and social practices

effective communication and negotiation techniques

first aid

legislative andor legal provisions including provisions governing the use of force reactive force misuse of force proactive force the duty of care under criminal civil and international law

organisational policy and procedures relating to the use of firearms and incident management

powers and procedures for effecting arrest

team work principles and strategies

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria Required Skills and Knowledge the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to

apply use of force principles

communicate effectively

use firearms appropriate for the situation

manage own stress and aggression

select response options within specified legal and strategic requirements

function under duress

quickly assess the situation and readjust or discontinue the response as determined by unexpected changes in circumstances

Assessment must also confirm the ability to comply with legal requirements and organisational procedures and ensure retention and continued control

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of simulated activities

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to

suitable range or weapons practice facility and close quarters battle environment

access to applicable weapons ammunition night fighting equipment and protective equipment

Method of assessment

In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision andor mentoring which is typically recorded in a competency workbook

Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment

Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industryapproved simulated work environment Forms of assessment that are typically used include

direct observation

interviewing the candidate

journals and workplace documentation

third party reports from supervisors

written or oral questions


Range Statement

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.

Weapons may include:

automatic

night fighting equipment

pistols

semi-automatics

shotguns

Legal requirements may include:

applicable crimes acts/codes

applicable organisational policy and procedures

international law (customs, fisheries, maritime)

relevant commonwealth/state/territory legislation

Risk factors may include:

available resources and team backup

circumstances of the incident

communication channels

death/serious personal injury

nature of the incident

observation of the environment and physical conditions

people involved in the incident

potential and triggers for escalation or de-escalation

range of response options available

Opportunities may include:

access to weapons

distractions

lapses in concentration

opportunities for escape

presence of support

Person’s intentions may include:

aggression

pursuit of conflict

submission

withdrawal

Alternative actions may include:

request for assistance

tactical withdrawal

use of baton

use of empty hand technique

use of handcuffs

use of negotiation techniques

Tactical positioning may include:

access to cover

capacity to reload

capacity to withdraw or arrest subject

safety of others

stance

Maintaining weapons may include:

cleaning

miss fire

pre and post firing

Judgements should include

amount of ammunition issued and discharged

assessment of physical conditions

decision to reload

deployment of weapon

discharging firearms

requirements of organisational authorisation of persons

safety of others

safety of self

withdrawal of weapon

Ammunition may include:

ammunition specified in legal and licensing requirements

factory loaded

manufacturer’s specified ammunition

Protective equipment may include:

boarding party jacket

combat clothing

ear plugs/defenders

flak jacket/body armour

goggles

gloves

helmet

Effects of stress may include:

death or serious injury

frustration

inability to concentrate

increasing aggression

over talking

tiredness

uncoordinated movement

Stress management techniques may include:

conscious use of personal recreation activities

counselling

formal personal and organisational debriefing

informal exploration of incidents with team members and supporters

post operational briefs

review of practice and resources