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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for post blast analysis
  2. Examine blast site
  3. Analyse the data and determine incident cause
  4. Maintain documentation

Required Skills

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

Required Skills

analyse and evaluate information

apply knowledge of explosive ordnance

apply safety procedures

apply security procedures

apply time management

apply operational safety

communicate orally and in writing

conduct appropriate tests

conduct liaison

interpret test methodsprocedures

maintain security integrity traceability of samples subsamples test data and results and documentation

operate specialist explosive ordnance disposal vehicle

operate test equipment

read access interpret and apply technical instructions

Required Knowledge

analysis process

characteristics technical capabilities effects and limitations of explosive ordnance

chemical principles and concepts underpinning explosive ordnance

documentation requirements

initiation procedures

organisation andor legal traceability requirements

relevant testing procedures

security procedures

theory of explosive ordnance design

use of instruments for qualitative andor quantitative analysis

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

conduct post blast analysis

determine the cause of the incident

provide technical advice to authorities

maintain relevant records

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time in a variety of incidents or in simulated environments

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in an actual or simulated activity

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to

explosive ordnance

blast sites

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.

Incidents may include:

Accidental or intentional explosion involving explosive ordnance or an improvised explosive device

Explosive ordnance includes:

All munitions containing explosives, nuclear fission or fusion materials and biological and chemical agents such as bombs and warheads; guided and ballistic missiles; artillery, mortar, rocket and small arms ammunition; all mines, torpedoes and depth charges; demolition charges; pyrotechnics; clusters and dispensers; cartridge and propellant actuated devices; electro explosive devices; clandestine and other improvised explosive devices; and all similar or related items or components explosive in nature

Pre-scene arrival planning may include:

Acquiring as much information on the incident and current situation as is available

Safety requirements may include:

Blast debris

Damaged structures

Unexploded ordnance

Security requirements may include:

Check points

Cleared areas

Lighting

Screening

Sentries

Equipment, tools and stores may include:

Chemical detection/analysis equipment

Digging tools

Hook and line

Personal protective equipment

Specialist explosive ordnance disposal vehicle

Telescope

X-ray including complete equipment schedules and processing equipment

And may include reference materials such as:

STANAGS

Defence service instructions

memorandums of understanding

standing operating procedures

range instructions

Contact and liaison with other agencies may cover:

Authorisation

Chain of evidence

Control arrangements

Evacuation requirements

Media details and releases

Safety aspects

Relevant work health and safety requirements may:

Be subordinate to the operational requirement in the performance of explosive ordnance disposal operations

Involve applying recognised safety precautions

Data recording may include:

Audio recording

Chemical analysis

Collection of evidence

Computer generated data

Digital imaging

Global positioning system (GPS)

Hand written notes

Measurements

Photographic

Sketches

Video recording

Specialist advice may include:

Engineering

Law enforcement

Medical

Scientific

Information related to the cause of the incident may include:

Initiation method/s

Quantity of explosive/s

Type/s of explosive