Application
This unit describes the skills required to plan and conduct operational maintenance and to store weapons and associated equipment.
This unit would be typically implemented in a Naval Defence environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work. Tasks are carried out on a ship in a range of conditions that would typically apply to a lengthy operation, while minimising or eliminating environmental stresses and hazards, risk to personnel, vessel and the environment, and preserving individual safety.
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 generally perform routine tasks as part of a team and under supervision in a routine context.
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. Plan for weapons and associated equipment maintenance | 1.1 Obtain and confirm maintenance task requirements with supervisor. 1.2 Select and wear appropriate personal protective equipment. 1.3 Identify and obtain maintenance manual, plan and schedule. 1.4 Interpret and follow maintenance procedures. |
2. Assess weapons and associated equipment serviceability | 2.1 Check safe weapons and associated equipment. 2.2 Disassemble weapons and associated equipment. 2.3 Clean weapon. 2.4 Assess serviceability of weapons and associated equipment. 2.5 Identify defects. 2.6 Prepare weapons and associated equipment assessed unserviceable beyond operational repair facilities for return. 2.7 Select and check applicable test equipment and tools for serviceability. 2.8 Secure weapons and associated equipment. |
3. Record maintenance | 3.1 Raise defect reports and forward them to the appropriate authority. 3.2 Record 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.
following instructions
reporting verbally and in writing
interpreting maintenance system, publications and documentation
using cleaning and preservation chemicals
maximising individual and others' safety in a way that does not impair the operational effectiveness of the unit
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.
legal and Defence weapon stowage requirements
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.
ACSF levels indicative of performance:
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
Maritime Operations