Application
This unit describes the skills required to conduct weapons range practices to support the maintenance of operational readiness in the Australian Defence Force (ADF). This includes the safe and efficient planning and conduct of basic range practices as the Officer in Charge (OIC). Conduct in this instance also includes effectively supervising safety, preparing and finalising range practices using weapons and ammunition for which the OIC is qualified to operate.
Range practices may include:
25 metre and 100 metre open ranges
classification range
mobile training range
standard 25 metre range
static mechanical range
weapons training simulation system
This unit applies to those working as Defence personnel required to perform the duties of OIC for the conduct of basic range practices within a Defence working environment.
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 indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. 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 range practices | 1.1 Identify and apply relevant range regulations. 1.2 Identify and employ relevant control measures. 1.3 Complete administrative requirements. |
2. Supervise safety on a range | 2.1 Supervise safety for relevant weapons and ammunition types. 2.2 Identify and apply safety data. 2.3 Manage incidents in accordance with instructions from supervisor and range instructions. 2.4 Conduct range practice complying with relevant regulations and safety requirements. |
3. Finalise a range practice | 3.1 Refurbish ranges. 3.2 Complete post range practice administration. |
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 relevant WHS requirements
applying weapon and ammunition safety
identifying weapons, complete equipment schedule (CES) and sub calibre devices
operating relevant weapons and ammunition
reviewing and understanding range regulations, relevant publications and instructions
using simulation systems
conducting the appropriate range practice in a safe and competent manner
ensuring participants adhere to all words of command, orders and instructions
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.
characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of relevant weapons, simulation and ammunition
command, management and leadership principles
operational safety
relevant WHS requirements
risk identification and management
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.
Assessment must confirm the ability to demonstrate evidence of performance on a live firing range.
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
General