The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.

This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible.

Prerequisite Unit/s

Nil

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for offensive operations

1.1 Offensive operation orders are received and clarified where required

1.2 Battle procedure is conducted in accordance with standard procedures

2. Conduct offensive operations

2.1 Advance is conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures

2.2 Attack is conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures

2.3 Ambush is conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures

2.4 Drills and procedures are conducted in accordance with operational requirements and standard procedures

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

Required Skills

apply battlecraft aggressively

apply navigation techniques

apply operational safety

apply recognised safety precautions

assimilate orders

handle weapons safely in an operational environment

interpret fire control orders

work in a team

Required Knowledge

battlecraft

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of equipment

cultural awareness

fire control orders

navigation techniques

OH&S

orders for open fire

recognised safety precautions

requirements

team work

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to work as part of a team by day and night in a simulated operational environment that replicates the extremes and stress of a threat environment; to adhere to all relevant drills and procedures as detailed in the Range Statement; and to attack a prepared position.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of contexts that could be expected in the workplace.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in a simulated operational threat environment. The person should be exposed to the extremes of the operational environment under physical and mental stress. The context of assessment would usually be simulated due to the nature of this high-risk environment.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to a team; a simulated operational environment that replicates the extremes and stress of a threat environment; a rifle and ammunition; and a variety of equipment as listed in the 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.

An offensive operations team is

A grouping up to approximately 30 personnel (for infantry this would be a section or platoon)

Battle procedures may include

Cleaning weapons

Conducting rehearsals

Receiving confirmatory orders

Removing non-essential items

Test firing weapons

Testing or checking equipment, which may include:

ammunition

load carrying equipment

personal protective equipment

day and night vision equipment

infra-red lights

rations

task specific equipment

specialist equipment

early warning devices

communication equipment

Standard procedures may include

Australian Standards

Defence Instructions

Doctrinal pamphlets

Job guides, other publications

Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions

Occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations

Organisational policies and procedures

Procedure manuals

Reengagement procedures

Relevant local government by-laws

Relevant state/territory or federal legislation

Routine Orders

Standing Operating Procedures

Standing Orders

Written and verbal orders

Advance may include

Advance to contact

Advance in contact

Attack may be

Deliberate

Quick

Ambush may include

Area

Deliberate or immediate

Linear

Mobile

Static

Triangular

Drills and procedures must include

Advance:

quick response force

contact drills

counter ambush drills

mine incident drills

obstacle crossing drills

harbour drills

short and long halts

rendezvous and marry-up procedures

Attack:

preparation

assault

fight through/close assault drill

exploitation

reorganisation fire support

Ambush:

preparation

occupation

initiation

searching

withdrawal

This unit contains employability skills.