DEFMIL022
Operate remote sensors to detect targets


Application

This unit describes the skills required to install sensors as directed by the operational plan in order to detect targets and to provide information to a remote control facility.

This unit was developed for those working in Defence as combat arms personnel required to install sensors as directed by the operational plan in order to detect targets and to provide information to a remote control facility in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.

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 part of a team and will be under direct and/or indirect supervision. They would use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform specific tasks in a broad range of unpredictable 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 operation

1.1 Receive purpose and requirement of the surveillance activity from written or verbal instructions issued by supervisor.

1.2 Confirm task specifications and clarify where necessary with supervisor.

1.3 Identify and select surveillance equipment required for the task.

1.4 Check surveillance equipment for serviceability.

2. Prepare and maintain a location

2.1 Occupy designated position, establish reference points and document information.

2.2 Deploy surveillance equipment.

2.3 Confirm optimal configuration with supervisor.

2.4 Test equipment to ensure functionality.

2.5 Camouflage site.

2.6 Maintain communications with stakeholders.

2.7 Conduct operational maintenance.

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 operational safety

conducting equipment maintenance

applying fieldcraft skills including tactical movement and camouflage

selecting the appropriate configuration and location of remote sensors

installing and maintaining remote sensors physically

maximising the desired coverage of hostile areas


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 and effects of hostile and friendly equipment and weapons

nature of the threat environment

relevant WHS constraints

Rules of Engagement

sensor equipment characteristics and limitations

tactical techniques and procedures

target recognition


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

Military Skills