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

Required Skills

apply WHS requirements

communicate with stakeholders effectively

conduct inspections

identify problems and nonadherence to policy and standards

interact with stakeholders effectively

maintain documentation

Required Knowledge

documentation requirements

inspection procedures

net explosive quantity and compatibility relevant to the facility

policies and procedures applicable to explosive ordnance facilities

relevant documentation

relevant WHS requirements

reporting requirements

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to

adhere to relevant WHS requirements and operational safety requirements

plan and prepare for facility inspections

identify problems and nonadherence to policy and standards

initiate rectification procedures

maintain documentation

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 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

Organisation may include:

Security and safety requirements may include:

Licensing requirements may include:

Maintenance and housekeeping standards may include:

Facility records may include: