This competency was developed for combat arms personnel required to install sensors as directed by the operational plan in order to detect targets and to provide information to a remote control facility in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
Typically, operators work as part of a team under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. All activities are carried out in accordance with relevant organisational policies and procedures.
Not applicable.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for operation | 1.1 Purpose and requirement of the surveillance activity is received from written or verbal instructions issued by supervisor. 1.2 Specifications of the tasks are confirmed and where necessary clarified with supervisor. 1.3 Surveillance equipment required for the task is identified and selected. 1.4 Surveillance equipment is checked for serviceability in accordance with standard procedures. |
2. Prepare and maintain a location | 2.1 Designated position is occupied, reference points are established and information is documented. 2.2 Surveillance equipment is deployed in accordance with supervisor’s directions and standard procedures. 2.3 Optimal configuration is confirmed with supervisor. 2.4 Equipment is tested to ensure functionality and is confirmed with the control facility. 2.5 Site is camouflaged. 2.6 Communications are maintained with stakeholders. 2.7 Operational maintenance is conducted as required. |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
apply operational safety apply relevant WHS requirements conduct equipment maintenance fieldcraft skills including tactical movement and camouflage interpret and respond to orders observation, recording and reporting skills participate in weapon drills use communication systems use equipment/instruments |
Required Knowledge |
characteristics and effects of hostile and friendly equipment and weapons nature of the threat environment relevant WHS constraints Rules of Engagement sensor equipment characteristics and limitations tactical techniques and procedures target recognition |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Assessment must confirm the ability to: interpret directions from supervisors select the appropriate configuration and location of remote sensors physical install and maintain remote sensors maximise the desired coverage of hostile areas Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time and across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations deploying equipment in a number of different environments. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace environment. Specific resources for assessment Access to appropriate surveillance equipment and an appropriate field site. |
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. | |
Surveillance equipment may include: | camera satellite communications equipment thermal imaging equipment unattended ground sensors video equipment |
Standard procedures may include: | Australian Standards doctrine job guides, pamphlets and other publications manufacturers’ handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions work health and safety (WHS) regulations organisational policies and procedures relevant local government by relevant state/territory or federal legislation verbal or written orders or job instructions |
Optimal configuration must include: | consideration of detection priorities environmental conditions ground likely threat approaches and actions type of targets anticipated |
Operational maintenance may include: | battery replacement cleaning inspecting testing |
Not applicable.
This unit contains employability skills.
Not applicable.