Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 7:42 AM AWST
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License explosive facilities and potential explosion sites
License explosive facilities and potential explosion sites
Unit of competency
National Code
DEFEXO018
DEFEXO018
State Code
OCG39
OCG39
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/12/2020
Field of Education
080317 - Quality Management
Original Release Date
21/12/2020
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to inspect and license explosive ordnance facilities and potential explosion sites and review current licences. Explosive ordnance licensing applies to all potential explosion sites and is part of the quality and safety control processes. It includes inspecting the potential explosive facility, applying formulae to determine the net explosive quantity and compatibility for the facility, and preparing the licensing documentation for approval.This unit applies to personnel who are required to license explosive ordnance facilities and potential explosion sites and review current licences.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 and as part of a team, under indirect supervision, use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform complex tasks in a broad range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for licensing
- 1.1 Identify and confirm explosive ordnance facility to be licensed
- 1.2 Identify and assemble documentation related to the facility
- 1.3 Liaise with relevant personnel
- 1.4 Review previous licensing history documentation
2 Inspect facility
- 2.1 Confirm serviceability of the facility
- 2.2 Confirm construction standards of the facility
- 2.3 Take measurements in accordance with licensing requirements
- 2.4 Apply formulae and perform calculations on measurements
- 2.5 Compare data to licensing requirements to identify shortfalls
3 Prepare licence application
- 3.1 Confirm shortfalls have been rectified
- 3.2 Prepare licensing documentation and forward to approving authority
- 3.3 Ensure documentation, records and reports related to the facility licence are maintained
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVR99 | DEFEXO067 | License explosive facilities and potential explosive sites | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFU4 | DEF40120 | Certificate IV in Explosive Ordnance Maintenance | Qualification |
| AE334 | DEFSS00027 | Explosive Ordnance Manager (EOM) | Skill set |
| BFV4 | DEF40220 | Certificate IV in Explosive Ordnance Manufacture | Qualification |
| BFU9 | DEF50120 | Diploma of Explosive Ordnance Manufacture | Qualification |