Application
This unit describes the skills required to identify and classify firearms subject to international trade or travel and to safety test imported firearms. It includes identifying firearms and components, conducting safety tests, maintaining resources, and reviewing and reporting on activities.
This unit applies to those working as firearms specialists who can identify, classify and safety test firearms.
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 autonomously, consulting others as required, performing routine tasks in a range of familiar 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. Identify firearms and components | 1.1 Prepare firearms and components for examination. 1.2 Examine firearms and components in detail to determine relevant features. 1.3 Research internal resources to confirm observations. 1.4 Seek advice on obscure or complex items from relevant personnel. 1.5 Determine classification of firearms and components. 1.6 Determine the requirement for testing or exemption from safety testing. |
2. Conduct safety tests | 2.1 Test firearms against standards specified in legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines. 2.2 Operate relevant equipment. 2.3 Identify and action work health and safety issues. 2.4 Interpret the results of equipment use correctly. |
3. Maintain resources | 3.1 Conduct routine maintenance of equipment. 3.2 Maintain equipment to manufacturers’ specifications and standard operating procedures and guidelines. 3.3 Organise repairs to equipment as soon as practicable. |
4. Review and report on activities | 4.1 Record and disseminate outcomes of firearm identification and safety testing activities. 4.2 Evaluate the outcomes, procedures and processes used in activities. 4.3 Identify and action improvements to procedures and processes. |
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 legislation, regulations and policies relating to firearms examination and testing
operating and maintaining equipment to achieve desired outcomes
accurately interpreting resources and information generated
selecting and using cleaning agents, solvents and lubricants
selecting and using tools and equipment
achieving accuracy in measurement
undertaking analysis and decision making using sound judgment
using written and oral communication including liaison and consultation
planning, prioritising and problem solving
applying procedures relating to work health and safety and environment in the context of firearms examination and testing
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.
public sector legislation including work health and safety and environment, regulations, policies, procedures, guidelines and standard operating procedures relating to examination and testing of firearms in the context of international trade or travel
custodial firearms safe handling procedures
firearms safety issues
firearms and firearms related components recognition indicators
firearms research materials and resources
public sector and organisational values/ethics codes of conduct or service charter
security and reporting procedures
risk management policy and practices
risk assessment techniques
profiles and trends
Australian legal framework
evidence handling and storage
equipment maintenance procedures
equipment operation and usage
workplace and industry environment
Assessment Conditions
This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills are embedded within the elements and performance criteria of this unit.
Competency Field
Border protection