Application
This unit describes the skills required to refurbish explosives packaging. The unit requires the individual to inspect the packaging to determine whether it can be refurbished, refurbish the packaging and maintain a range of documentation.
This unit applies to those required to prepare for and refurbish explosives packaging following deterioration or damage of the packaging through handling.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work as individuals and as part of a team, under direct and/or indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform routine tasks in a range of contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Prepare for refurbishment | 1.1 Identify requirement for refurbishing of packaging from work requests/instructions. 1.2 Identify, acquire and prepare technical references, tools, equipment and consumables required for maintenance. 1.3 Inspect explosives packaging to confirm that it is free from explosives. |
2. Refurbish explosive packaging | 2.1 Inspect explosives packaging to ensure it is capable of being refurbished. 2.2 Return explosives packaging to serviceable state. |
3. Finalise reconditioning procedures | 3.1 Return explosives packaging to storage or transport condition. 3.2 Conduct housekeeping procedures. 3.3 Maintain documentation and records. |
Evidence of Performance
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
applying protective coatings
using PPE
using manual handling and team lifting techniques
handling dangerous goods and hazardous substances
identifying packaging materials and components
operating equipment and tools
Evidence of Knowledge
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
Operational knowledge of:
characteristics and limitations of explosive packaging
organisational documentation requirements
refurbishment procedures
relevant colour coding
Assessment Conditions
Competency should be assessed in an actual workplace or in a simulated environment, with access to equipment and infrastructure appropriate to the outcome. Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.
Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.
Competency Field
Explosive ordnance