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Observe and direct machine gun fire

Observe and direct machine gun fire

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFMIL129
State Code
AVQ19
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/10/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Original Release Date
22/10/2015
Nominal Hours
0
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Description
This unit describes the skills required to observe and direct machine gun fire onto targets in accordance with standard procedures in the Defence Force.This unit applies to those working as combat arms personnel required to observe and direct machine gun fire in a deployed operational 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 under the commander’s direction, and must also have authority to act independently. They will perform specific tasks in a broad range of unpredictable contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Occupy and prepare a location
  • 1.1 Occupy appropriate vantage point and maintain concealment throughout operation.
  • 1.2 Establish occupied position.
  • 1.3 Establish and document reference points.
  • 1.4 Monitor possible threats and prepare an appropriate plan of action.
2. Plan the engagement of firepower
  • 2.1 Use standard terminology so that clear communication with all stakeholders is maintained.
  • 2.2 Establish target position.
  • 2.3 Determine altitude of target from map.
  • 2.4 Maintain communications with stakeholders throughout the operation and ensure personnel safety in the target area.
  • 2.5 Describe target to stakeholders.
  • 2.6 Determine type of engagement and convey instructions to the gun line.
3. Direct fire onto target
  • 3.1 Transmit planning information to the command post.
  • 3.2 Transmit direction to fire to the gun line.
  • 3.3 Complete target analysis after impact and if appropriate refer to supervisor.
  • 3.4 Complete or terminate adjustments of fire.
4. Withdraw from an occupied location
  • 4.1 Recondition occupied position and remove all evidence of occupation.
  • 4.2 Withdrawal from the occupied position.
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