Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

DEFEO800A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Prepare proof firing points

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency DEFEO800A - Prepare proof firing points
Description This unit covers the competency required to prepare proof firing points to support proof and trial testing of munitions and weapon systems.The practitioner is responsible for ensuring the available firing point technologies and equipment best meet the design outcomes of the required test, not for planning the proof or trial outcome being tested.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit was developed for firing point specialists working within proof and experimental organisations in Defence but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.Typically these individuals must demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare for proof or trial firing
  • Proof or trial instruction is read and clarified where necessary in accordance with standard procedures
  • Relevant range regulations are identified and applied in accordance with standard procedures
  • Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions including organisational procedures, are applied throughout the task
  • Required stores and equipment are identified, resourced and checked for calibration, serviceability and safety
  • Liaison with relevant parties is conducted
  • Agreement is obtained on firing point preparation in consultation with stakeholders and resources, in accordance with organisational procedures
       
Element: Establish firing point
  • Equipment is installed in accordance with the proof or trial instruction and in compliance with relevant safety instructions and directions
  • Installation of data acquisition equipment by relevant personnel is monitored
  • Safety traces are checked against the set-up to confirm safety parameters are being adhered to
  • Functionality of the equipment is checked and identification data, condition and calibration are recorded
       
Element: Monitor firing point equipment
  • Performance of equipment is monitored
  • Performance of equipment is documented and reported in accordance with organisational procedures
  • Observations of equipment are documented and reported
       
Element: Recondition firing point
  • Safety checks are undertaken in accordance with organisational procedures
  • Equipment calibration is confirmed and recorded
  • Equipment condition is recorded and reported in accordance with organisational procedures
  • Firing point is reconditioned in accordance with proof or trial instruction and/or in accordance with organisational instructions
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

prepare, install and recondition the equipment necessary to prepare proof firing points

monitor these during proof firings.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time in a variety of environments and tests/trials.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated work environment, in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisational requirements.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

live fire range and live ammunition

pyrotechnics

explosives

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 and/or 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 industry-approved 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


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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

Required Skills

analyse and evaluate information

communicate with stakeholders

identify relevant information

liaise effectively with stakeholders

prepare and present simple reports

provide and receive feedback in a constructive manner

review literature

use appropriate information technology and software

use a variety of verbal and non-verbal communication techniques

Required Knowledge

analysis process

effect of small arms, other calibre and explosive fire/detonation

information sources

licensing requirements

organisational guidelines and standards

proof and trial tests involving explosive ordnance

regulatory requirements

relevant codes of practice

relevant legislation

simple research techniques

standards relevant to organisational operations

verbal communication techniques

workplace safety including the handling of explosive ordnance

written communication to a level required in the preparation of simple reports

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.

Proof or trial instruction may include:

Proof or trial mounting instructions

Relevant technical publications or attachments

Sponsor proof or trial objectives

Technical policy or instructions relevant to the proof or trial

Range regulations may include:

Ammunition technical instructions

Range, area and organisational standing orders

Relevant weapon, ammunition and equipment publications

Safety manual

Equipment may include:

Devices/equipment supporting measurement at firing points

Devices to support static or person fired tests/trials and may include custom made weapon holding/firing structures

Devices supporting test/trial initiation at firing points

Relevant parties may include:

Ammunition preparation staff

Data acquisition personnel

Range staff including:

range conducting officer

range environmental staff

range maintenance staff

range safety staff

Stakeholders

Monitoring performance of equipment may include:

Observation of equipment and site during test directly

Remote monitoring

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Proof or trial instruction is read and clarified where necessary in accordance with standard procedures 
Relevant range regulations are identified and applied in accordance with standard procedures 
Work health and safety (WHS) requirements and recognised safety precautions including organisational procedures, are applied throughout the task 
Required stores and equipment are identified, resourced and checked for calibration, serviceability and safety 
Liaison with relevant parties is conducted 
Agreement is obtained on firing point preparation in consultation with stakeholders and resources, in accordance with organisational procedures 
Equipment is installed in accordance with the proof or trial instruction and in compliance with relevant safety instructions and directions 
Installation of data acquisition equipment by relevant personnel is monitored 
Safety traces are checked against the set-up to confirm safety parameters are being adhered to 
Functionality of the equipment is checked and identification data, condition and calibration are recorded 
Performance of equipment is monitored 
Performance of equipment is documented and reported in accordance with organisational procedures 
Observations of equipment are documented and reported 
Safety checks are undertaken in accordance with organisational procedures 
Equipment calibration is confirmed and recorded 
Equipment condition is recorded and reported in accordance with organisational procedures 
Firing point is reconditioned in accordance with proof or trial instruction and/or in accordance with organisational instructions 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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