PUADEFCA417B - Destroy targets using a direct fire guided weapon system

PUADEFCA417B
Destroy targets using a direct fire guided weapon system

This unit covers the competency required to safely handle, aim, fire, and maintain direct fire guided weapon systems designed to destroy targets.The weapon is designed to be carried by a person.An individual would normally operate the weapon in a team environment under supervision. The operator must be thoroughly familiar with characteristics and capabilities of the guided weapon system and competent in the application of fire in an operational or simulated operational environment.The individual will usually operate under Orders for Opening Fire and in accordance with the Rules of Engagement.

Application

The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.

This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible.

Prerequisites

Prerequisite Unit/s

Nil

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
1. Handle a direct fire guided weapon system	1.1 Weapon is safely handled and carried in accordance with standard procedures 1.2 Ammunition is identified, selected and safely handled in accordance with standard procedures 1.3 Weapon drills are conducted in accordance with standard procedures 1.4 Fire positions are adopted as required by environment and threat 1.5 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation 1.6 Ammunition is secured in accordance with standard procedures
2. Fire with a direct fire guided weapon system	2.1 Weapon sighting systems is employed as required by the operational environment, in accordance with standard procedures 2.2 Rules of Engagement and Orders for Opening Fire are complied with when firing the weapon in accordance with operational requirements 2.3 Targets are sighted, identified and selected by the operator in accordance with standard procedures 2.4 Targets are tracked and engaged as required by the operational environment, in accordance with standard procedures 2.5 Weapon is fired in accordance with orders and standard procedures
3. Maintain and stow a direct fire guided weapon system	3.1 Operator maintenance is conducted in accordance with standard procedures 3.2 Defects are identified and rectified within limits of authority or reported to supervisor 3.3 Documentation is completed in accordance with standard procedures 3.4 Direct fire support system is secured in accordance with standard procedures

Required Skills

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

achieve the required effects of fire

apply battlecraft aggressively

apply fieldcraft skills

apply recognised safety precautions

hand eye coordination

handle weapon safely in an operational environment

manual dexterity

use binoculars

work in a team

Required Knowledge

battlecraft

characteristics, technical capabilities, effects, employment and limitations of the weapon

characteristics, technical capabilities of the system

fieldcraft

fire control orders

OH&S requirements

safety precautions associated with the equipment

target identification

team work

weapon drills

Evidence Required



Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessment must confirm the ability to proficiently track and engage targets using the weapon system; to carry out all weapon drills as listed in the Range Statement; to accurately identify the target type; to successfully carry out live or simulated engagements; to fire from any supported and unsupported position; and to recognise limit of own authority. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual live firing or simulated contexts. The operational activity is to take place over time allowing the individual to be assessed in a number of realistic operational scenarios.
Context of and specific resources for assessment	Context of assessment Competency should be assessed using live ammunition or using simulation that accurately reflects the operation of the weapon system. The assessment environment should simulate an operational threat environment. The person should be exposed to the extremes of the operational environment where the person is under physical and mental stress. Specific resources for assessment Access to a direct fire guided weapon system, ammunition and a live firing range.
Guidance information for assessment	Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.

Range Statement


The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Direct fire guided weapon systems may include	Dragon Javelin Milan TOW
Operational environment may include	All seasons weather and terrain Day Extreme stress Night Primitive conditions Under threat
Standard procedures may include	Australian Standards Defence Instructions Doctrine pamphlets Job guides, other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions OH&S regulations Organisational policies and procedures Procedure manuals Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation Routine Orders Standing Operating Procedures Standing Orders Written and verbal orders
Ammunition may include	High explosive anti-tank High explosive multi-purpose
Weapon drills must may include	Checking clearances Degrees of weapon readiness Immediate action and misfire Safety precautions Stripping and assembling
Fire positions may include	Supported or unsupported Prone Standing Kneeling Sitting Squatting
Weapon sighting systems may include	Electronic aiming devices Thermal/infra-red
Target identification must include	Differentiation between friend or foe Vehicle type identification: main battle tanks and other armoured vehicle slight armed vehicles light skin vehicles
Target identification may involve	Verification by external agencies
Engagement of the target may include	Destruction Neutralisation
Operator maintenance may include	Battery replacement Cleaning Electrical connections inspection and cleaning Inspections Launcher caps replacement Lens cap replacement
Defects may include	Broken cocking rod Broken firing pin Damaged cartridge guide Damaged sighting system Faulty extension system Faulty firing mechanism

Sectors

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.

Licensing Information

Not applicable.