DEFEO508D
Conduct electrical_electronic circuitry tests

This unit covers the competency required to set up and conduct simple electrical/electronic circuitry tests on explosive ordnance or component parts.

Application

This competency normally applies to the individual who is required to set up and conduct simple electrical/electronic circuitry tests on explosive ordnance or component parts.

These tests are required to be conducted on a wide range of explosive ordnance during maintenance procedures.


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare electrical/electronic circuitry for testing

1.1 Testing requirements are identified from work requests/instructions and confirmed

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 required for the tests are identified, acquired and prepared in accordance with organisation procedures

1.4 Explosive ordnance or component parts are identified, acquired, prepared, moved and positioned in preparation for the task

1.5 Net explosive quantities and compatibility are identified, calculated and assessed and applied throughout the operation

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

2. Conduct electrical/electronic circuitry tests

2.1 Required tests are conducted in accordance with organisation procedures

2.2 Test results are recorded or maintained in accordance with organisation policy and procedures

2.3 Emergency and contingency procedures are applied in accordance with organisation policy

3. Finalise post test procedures

3.1 Explosive ordnance or component parts are processed in accordance with the requirements specified in the work request

3.2 Equipment/tools are maintained in accordance with organisation policy and procedures

3.3 Documentation and records are maintained in accordance with statutory, organisation and workshop requirements

Required Skills

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

Required Skills

apply compatibility constraints

apply environmental constraints

apply safety policies and structures

calculate net explosive quantity

communicate orally and in writing

conduct housekeeping

maintain documentation

operate testing equipment

read, access, interpret and apply technical instructions and drawings related to electrical/electronic circuitry tests

Required Knowledge

assessment of compatibility

basic electrical theory relevant to the tests

calculation of net explosive quantity

characteristics and limitations of testing equipment

effects of environmental conditions

operability of test equipment

operations, characteristics and limitations of other tools and equipment relevant to the testing

organisational documentation requirements

organisational safety information sources

organisational safety policies and structures

testing procedures

Evidence Required

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to comply with:

organisational safety requirements

appropriate legislative and regulatory requirements.

Assessment must also confirm the ability to work safely within an explosive ordnance environment and to:

conduct electrical/electronic circuitry tests

calculate and apply net explosive quantity

assess and apply compatibility

maintain documentation

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated 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 in a simulated work environment, in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisation requirements.

Specific resources for assessment

Access is required to:

facilities and resources used in the storage, distribution or 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


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.

Electrical/electronic circuitry tests may include:

Continuity

Depasivation (lithium batteries)

Discontinuity

Fuze role setting

Insulation

No voltage

Paralysation

Resistance

Screen

Organisation may include:

Defence organisation

Enterprises that work with explosive ordnance

Other government departments or instrumentalities that work with explosive ordnance

Technical references may include:

Technical drawings

Technical reference pamphlets

Orders and instructions

Other publications

Component parts may include:

Chamber and valve assemblies

Detonators

Fuzes

Primers

Net explosive quantities include:

The 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:

Air quality

Heat

Humidity

Pressure

Processing may include:

Forwarding explosive ordnance or component parts for inspection, testing, maintenance, storage or issue, and may include some additional preparation such as packaging

Documentation and records may include:

Receipt and issue records

Test results

Timesheets

Work records


Sectors

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.