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

Skill requirements

Look for evidence that confirms skills in

applying legislation regulations and policies relating to firearms examination and testing

operating and maintaining equipment to achieve desired outcomes

accurately interpreting resources and information generated

selecting and using cleaning agents solvents and lubricants

selecting and using tools and equipment

achieving accuracy in measurement

undertaking analysis and decision making using sound judgment

using written and oral communication including liaison and consultation

planning prioritising and problem solving

responding to diversity including gender and disability

applying procedures relating to occupational health and safety and environment in the context of firearms examination and testing

Knowledge requirements

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of

legislation regulations policies procedures guidelines and standard operating procedures relating to examination and testing of firearms in the context of international trade or travel

custodial firearms safe handling procedures

firearms safety issues

firearms and firearms related components recognition indicators

firearms research materials and resources

public sector and organisational valuesethics codes of conduct or service charter

security and reporting procedures

risk management policy and practices

risk assessment techniques

profiles and trends

Australian legal framework

evidence handling and storage

equipment maintenance procedures

equipment operation and usage

workplace and industry environment

equal employment opportunity equity and diversity principles

public sector legislation such as occupational health and safety and environment in the context of firearms examination and testing

The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor Performance Criteria the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package

Units to be assessed together

Prerequisite units that must be achieved prior to this unitNil

Corequisite units that must be assessed with this unitNil

Coassessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include but are not limited to

PSPETHCA Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

PSPETHC401A Uphold and support the values and principles of public service

PSPGOVB Use resources to achieve work unit goals

PSPGOV403B Use resources to achieve work unit goals

PSPGOVB Gather and analyse information

PSPGOV406B Gather and analyse information

PSPGOVA Apply government processes

PSPGOV422A Apply government processes

PSPLEGNA Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

PSPLEGN401A Encourage compliance with legislation in the public sector

PSPREGA Take custody of and store weapons

PSPREG421A Take custody of and store weapons

Overview of evidence requirements

In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria look for evidence that confirms

the knowledge requirements of this unit

the skill requirements of this unit

application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework

examination and testing of firearms in a range of or more contexts or occasions over time

Resources required to carry out assessment

These resources include

legislation policy procedures protocols and standard operating procedures relating to examination and testing of firearms

testing and maintenance equipment

sample firearms

case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of situations likely to be encountered when examining and testing firearms

Where and how to assess evidence

Valid assessment of this unit requires

a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when examining and testing firearms including coping with difficulties irregularities and breakdowns in routine

examination and testing of firearms in a range of or more contexts or occasions over time

Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands such as literacy and the needs of particular groups such as

people with disabilities

people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

women

young people

older people

people in rural and remote locations

Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include but are not limited to a combination of or more of

case studies

demonstration

observation

portfolios

projects

questioning

scenarios

simulation or role plays

authenticated evidence from the workplace andor training courses

For consistency of assessment

Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments

Preparation for examination may include:

Firearms and components may include:

Relevant features may include:

Internal resources may include:

Relevant personnel may include:

Legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines may include:

Relevant equipment may include:

Outcomes may include: