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Operate a vehicle in an environment of threat

Operate a vehicle in an environment of threat

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFTRP001
State Code
AVO85
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 a vehicle in a work environment where there are a range of threats to the security of the vehicle and driver. These threats may include actions by an adversarial or enemy force targeted at destroying the vehicle and driver. The focus of the threat may be towards disablement of the driver, vehicle and/or load and may be carried out using a range of weapons from the ground and/or the air.This unit was developed for military drivers in a threat environment but is applicable to any individuals who work in this field.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 independently or as part of a team, under direct and indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform routine 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. Camouflage and conceal a vehicle
  • 1.1 Obtain specialist equipment appropriate to the task and check for serviceability.
  • 1.2 Prepare vehicle for tactical employment and operational driving in a threat environment.
  • 1.3 Camouflage vehicle from observation, surveillance and detection.
  • 1.4 Conceal vehicle and its signature from observation, surveillance and detection using natural and artificial resources.
2. Apply tactical deployment drills and contingency actions when driving in a threat environment
  • 2.1 Drive vehicle singularly and in convoy in a threat environment.
  • 2.2 Deploy vehicle tactically during halts.
  • 2.3 Employ vehicle contingency actions when threatened.
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