This unit describes the skills required to arm/de-arm explosive ordnance systems during operations and in training situations. Arming explosive ordnance systems means placing the weapon system in a readiness state whereby it can then be fired without further preparation. Arming and de-arming explosive ordnance systems occurs on the land, on or below the sea and in the air. This unit can apply above and below the high water mark.

This unit applies to those who are required to arm/de-arm explosive ordnance systems during operations and in training situations.

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 independently as part of a team and under indirect supervision. They would use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs while performing routine tasks in a broad range of contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare explosive ordnance system

1.1

Apply explosive ordnance control and safety measures

1.2

Prepare explosive ordnance system within current control and safety measures

1.3

Prepare weapon platform in accordance within current control and safety instructions

2

Arm/de arm explosive ordnance system

2.1

Conduct arming/de-arming operations applying explosive ordnance technical knowledge.

2.2

Clear malfunctioned ordnance from weapon platforms.

2.3

Identify and react to explosive ordnance emergencies.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and includes:

applying explosive ordnance return/disposal procedures

applying regulations and instructions

operating specialised vehicles/equipment

performing weapon systems safety checks

reading, accessing, interpreting and applying technical instructions

applying manual handling and team lifting techniques

using PPE

handling dangerous good and hazardous substances safely

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and includes:

Operational knowledge of:

composition, safety distances, restrictions and duties within an explosive area

explosive ordnance documentation

explosive ordnance handling and transportation procedures

identification and purpose of markings for explosive ordnance and explosive ordnance packaging

malfunctioned ordnance clearance and emergency procedures

United Nations classification and segregation requirements of explosive ordnance and ammunition types

weapons system safety checks

weapon system malfunctions and consequences

weapon systems safety precautions, characteristics and description

Candidate must complete assessment using live explosives.

This unit needs to be assessed in an authorised arming/de-arming site.

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises and case studies

applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and PPE currently used in industry.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Not applicable

Explosive Ordnance