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

Required Skills

adapt processes and procedures

analyse information

be objective

communicate with others

conduct interviews

conduct research

liaise with clients

use appropriate information technology and software

write reports

Required Knowledge

analytical and evaluation processes

characteristics technical capabilities effects employment and limitations of explosive ordnance

characteristics technical capabilities effects employment and limitations of weaponsweapon systems

investigative methodologies and processes

relevant standards instructions and procedures

relevant technology and its application relating to the subject of the investigation

reporting procedures

research methodologies

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

identify investigation objectives

select and implement investigative procedures

liaise with clients

evaluate observations

select recommendations based on options provided

prepare reports and provide evidence

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated in a range of actual or simulated explosive ordnance contexts

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or under conditions which accurately simulate a realistic workplace in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisational requirements

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to

facilities and resources used in conducting research into the packaging storage distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance including a licensed explosive site

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

Incidents may include:

Investigations may be conducted to:

Standards, legislative requirements, regulations and instructions against which investigations are undertaken may include: