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Operate anti-personnel weapon

Operate anti-personnel weapon

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFMIL122
State Code
AVQ26
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
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 operate an antipersonnel weapon, including the M18A1 Claymore. This involves the ability to handle, maintain, operate and arm the antipersonnel weapon. Antipersonnel weapons are directional, command detonated, fragmentation devices.This unit applies to those working as combat arms personnel required to operate an antipersonnel weapon.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 supervision, usually as part of a team and will operate under direct orders. They would use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs while performing specific tasks in a range of 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. Handle and maintain the antipersonnel weapon
  • 1.1 Handle, carry and secure antipersonnel weapon.
  • 1.2 Clean and service antipersonnel weapon and associated equipment.
  • 1.3 Identify and rectify defects within limits of authority or report them to supervisor.
  • 1.4 Complete documentation.
2. Operate and arm the antipersonnel weapon
  • 2.1 Conduct weapon drills.
  • 2.2 Aim the antipersonnel weapon.
  • 2.3 Employ weapon equipment.
  • 2.4 Sight and arm antipersonnel weapon.
  • 2.5 Comply with Range Safety Brief and Practice Brief when using an antipersonnel weapon on a range.
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