This unit describes the skills required to destroy unexploded ordnance (UXO) by detonation. Unexploded ordnance includes any authorised explosive ordnance or explosive ordnance that has failed to function as designed while in use on a licensed range. Destruction is normally carried out by explosives in the location of the unexploded ordnance. Explosive ordnance in this competency includes that which has malfunctioned/failed to function following attempted firing or ignition. This unit can apply above and below the high water mark.

This unit applies to those required to prepare for and destroy UXO by detonation and undertake appropriate site/equipment maintenance and/or refurbishment.

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 under direct 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

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Prepare for destruction

1.1

Identify requirement for the destruction of unexploded ordnance from work requests/instructions

1.2

Locate item(s) to be destroyed

1.3

Confirm characteristics of item(s) to be destroyed and destruction method(s)

1.4

Liaise with parties affected by the destruction

1.5

Complete site and equipment preparation

1.6

Prepare and test unexploded ordnance and destruction means

2

Destroy unexploded ordnance

2.1

Destroy unexploded ordnance

2.2

Interpret emergency procedures and apply contingency plans

2.3

Inspect residue to ensure all items have been destroyed

3

Finalise the destruction process

3.1

Refurbish site and equipment

3.2

Maintain documentation and records

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 range requirements

calculating and applying time and safety distance

complying with operational safety

conducting calculations

conducting risk assessment

handling dangerous goods and hazardous substances

using manual handling and team lifting techniques

using PPE

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:

characteristics and limitations of the explosive to be disposed of

compatibility, site, documentation, range and environment requirements

effects of environmental conditions

operational safety

risk analysis

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. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

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, case studies and/or simulations

acceptable means of simulation assessment

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