ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for unpackaging

1.1 Unpackaging requirements are identified from work requests/instructions and are confirmed with relevant personnel

1.2 Work health and safety (WHS) requirements, including those contained in organisational procedures, are applied throughout the operation

1.3 Technical references, tools and equipment are identified, acquired and prepared in accordance with organisational procedures

1.4 Net explosive quantities and compatibility are identified, calculated, analysed and applied throughout the operation

1.5 Emergency and contingency procedures are applied in accordance with organisational policy

1.6 Environmental conditions are monitored and maintained in accordance with organisational policy

2. Unpack ammunition/ explosive ordnance

2.1 Ammunition/explosive ordnance or explosive components are prepared for unpackaging in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

2.2 Ammunition/explosive ordnance or explosive components are unpackaged in accordance with technical instructions, technical drawings and organisational procedures

2.3 Packaging material is stored or disposed of in accordance with statutory and organisational policy

2.4 Relevant calculations are carried out and recorded

3. Finalise unpackaging procedures

3.1 Equipment/tools are maintained in accordance with organisational policy and procedures

3.2 Documentation and records are maintained in accordance with statutory, organisational and workshop requirements

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

Required Skills

apply anti static procedures

apply compatibility constraints

apply environmental constraints

apply operational safety

apply relevant WHS requirements

calculate and maintain net explosive quantity

identify ammunition/explosive ordnance and packaging materials

identify colour codlings, markings and labels

maintain documentation

read, access, interpret and apply technical instructions and drawings related to packaging of ammunition/explosive ordnance

use unpackaging tools and equipment

vent containers

Required Knowledge

ammunition/explosive ordnance to be unpackaged

anti static procedures

appropriate ammunition/explosive ordnance packaging

colour coding, markings

compatibility constraints

documentation requirements

effects of environmental conditions

net explosive quantity calculations

operational safety

operations and limitations of unpackaging tools and equipment

relevant WHS requirements

work condition class

venting procedures

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:

adhere to relevant WHS requirements and operational safety

identify and select appropriate unpackaging tools and equipment

maintain documentation.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated over time and in a range of actual or simulated explosive ordnance contexts.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the workplace or under conditions which accurately simulate a realistic workplace in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisational requirements.

Evidence should be gathered through observation of the practical component and targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

facilities and resources used in the packaging, storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance, including a licensed explosive site.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed with the following unit:

DEFEO101D Work safely with explosive ordnance.

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

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.

Unpackaging requirements of ammunition or explosives may require:

Inspection of the ammunition/explosive ordnance container prior to unpackaging

Application of anti-static probes

Venting of the container

Disposal of explosively contaminated materials or consumables

Organisation may include:

Defence organisation

Other government departments or instrumentalities that work with explosive ordnance

Enterprises that work with explosive ordnance

Technical references may include:

Technical drawings

Pamphlets

Publications

Orders and instructions

Net explosive quantities include:

Explosive capacity calculated in a wide range of activities related to the storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance

Compatibility is:

Assessed in a wide range of activities related to the storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance and other hazardous materials

Environmental conditions may include:

Humidity

Pressure

Temperature

Calculations may include:

Net explosive quantities

Compatibility

Documentation and records may include:

Data cards

Receipt and issue records

Time sheets

UN numbers

Work records