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Maintain logistic support in an adverse environment

Maintain logistic support in an adverse environment

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFCM307A
State Code
AVU86
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Original Release Date
15/03/2012
Nominal Hours
0
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Description
This unit covers the competency required to maintain the delivery of logistics in an adverse environment.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for logistics operations in an adverse environment
  • 1.1 Intelligence is sourced and analysed to define the environment in which logistic support is to be provided in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
  • 1.2 Adverse circumstances are identified that could negatively impact on the delivery of logistic support.
  • 1.3 Adverse circumstances are analysed and assessed for their potential for occurrence and subsequent consequence to logistics operations.
  • 1.4 Risk management measures are developed and integrated into planning considerations.
  • 1.5 Risk management measures are integrated into logistics operations and are communicated to logistics elements.
2. Protect a logistics site
  • 2.1 Protection of logistics site is planned taking into account the technical requirements of delivering service support and siting requirements.
  • 2.2 Liaison is undertaken with other logistics organisation/s to establish shared responsibilities and mutual support arrangements.
  • 2.3 Protective measures are selected and integrated into protection plan .
  • 2.4 Protection plan is developed and communicated to all relevant personnel in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
3. Protect logistic road movement
  • 3.1 Preparation of vehicles for road movement is directed and monitored to ensure vehicles are prepared for movement through an adverse environment.
  • 3.2 Escorts, where applicable, are liaised with to establish a common understanding of the road movement plan, communications arrangements and actions to be taken by personnel in the event of a adverse circumstance.
  • 3.3 Convoy protection measures are applied during road movement in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
  • 3.4 Emergency or threatening situations are responded to in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
  • 3.5 Communication links are maintained during road movement with the control centre and within the road convoy as required.
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.
Organisational policies and procedures may include:
Australian Standards
Instructions
Doctrine pamphlets
Job guides, other publications
Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and
technical instructions
Work health and safety (WHS) 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
Adverse circumstances may include:
Armed conflict
Biological hazards
Civil unrest
Climatic conditions (flood, fire, famine, earthquake)
Community upheaval
Mines and booby traps (command detonated and pressure release)
Puncturing and disabling devices such as spikes
Thrown projectiles and visibility retardants
Risk management measures may include:
Convoy protection
Protection measures
Logistics elements may include:
Catering
Health
Maintenance
Supply
Transport
Technical requirements may include:
Access
Circuits
Cover and concealment
Drainage
Facilities and Infrastructure
Ground
Hard-standing
Size
Siting requirements may include:
All-round protection
Depth
Flexibility
In a Defence context:
battle plan
centralisation of firepower
coordinated fire plan
integration of defensive measures
Mutual support
Security
Use of ground
Protective measures may include:
Command and control
Dispersion of vehicles, equipment and stocks
Early warning systems
Protective measures in a Defence environment may include:
Active defensive measures:
defended localities
obstacles
patrolling
ready and quick reaction forces
security picquets
sentries, observation posts and standing patrols
strong points
Passive defensive measures:
camouflage and concealment
command and control
cleared fields of fire
dispersion of vehicles, equipment and stocks
early warning systems
pits for protection
Preparation of vehicles may include:
Checking standard vehicle accessories and equipment
Covering/blackout painting of reflective areas
Fitting shrouds and skirts
Fitting specialist equipment
Hardening floors
Installing wire mesh and screens to repel projectiles
Mounting weapons
Removing unnecessary seating
Start up checks for vehicle operation
Removing extraneous equipment e.g. tailgate
Removing roofing
Reporting deficiencies to supervisor and taking remedial action
Escorts may include:
Aircraft
Armed helicopters
Armed road vehicles
Emergency services vehicles
Police vehicles
Convoy protection measures may include:
Communication
Control
Defensive procedures
Use of air protection
Use of escorts
Use of ground protection
Emergency or threatening situations may include:
Demonstrators
Enemy
Gangs
Insurgents
Local population
Terrorist
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
accurately identify adverse circumstances within the logistics operating environment
employ strategies to protect logistics personnel and equipment when stationary and when moving by road
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated over time to ensure the candidate is assessed across a variety of situations within the workplace.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed in the intended workplace or in an environment which accurately reflects the nature and tempo of the workplace.
Specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
actual or simulated workplace
equipment used in the conduct of logistics operations in an adverse environment
organisational policies and procedures
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BBC57 DEFGEN307 Maintain logistic support in an adverse environment Unit of competency
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