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Operate and maintain an armoured vehicle

Operate and maintain an armoured vehicle

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFMIL041
State Code
AVQ68
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
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Description
This unit describes the skills required to operate and perform operational level maintenance on an armoured vehicle. This unit applies to those working as combat arms soldiers, who are part of an armoured fighting vehicle crew, within an operational zone in Defence.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 individuals and as part of an armoured vehicle crew, under direct and/or indirect supervision. They would use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs while performing specific tasks in a broad range of unpredictable contexts.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare armoured vehicle for operations
  • 1.1 Check armoured vehicle for operation and prepare for battle.
  • 1.2 Complete documentation and stow equipment.
  • 1.3 Identify, report and/or rectify armoured vehicle faults.
2. Operate armoured vehicle
  • 2.1 Apply road laws and other legislative requirements.
  • 2.2 Drive armoured fighting vehicle and negotiate complex terrain using driving techniques.
  • 2.3 Apply tactical operating techniques.
  • 2.4 React to faults.
  • 2.5 Operate vehicle communications systems.
  • 2.6 Apply navigational techniques.
3. Conduct operator maintenance
  • 3.1 Conduct inspections and checks to maintain armoured fighting vehicle performance.
  • 3.2 Test, adjust or replace armoured vehicle sub systems and ancillary equipment.
  • 3.3 Complete and store documentation.
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