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Perform an individual static line parachute descent

Perform an individual static line parachute descent

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFMIL026
State Code
AVQ73
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
092101 - Sport And Recreation Activities
Description
This unit describes the skills required to perform static line parachute descents carrying combat equipment by day or night. The addition of combat equipment adds considerable weight and bulk which affects all aspects of the descent. This unit was developed for Defence personnel required to perform static line parachute descents carrying combat equipment in a deployed operational environment but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.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 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 for static line parachute descent carrying combat equipment
  • 1.1 Confirm instructions to conduct a static line parachute descent with combat equipment.
  • 1.2 Select and fit equipment and inspect for serviceability.
  • 1.3 Quarantine and report unserviceable equipment.
2. Complete on board aircraft procedures carrying combat equipment
  • 2.1 Board aircraft with equipment and position and secure both self and equipment.
  • 2.2 Communicate verbally and non-verbally with other personnel on board.
  • 2.3 Carry out safety checks.
3. Exit from the aircraft and descend carrying combat equipment
  • 3.1 Exit aircraft carrying combat equipment using approved techniques.
  • 3.2 Conduct relevant drills to detect and rectify malfunctions.
  • 3.3 Maintain situational awareness maintained during day or night descents.
  • 3.4 Communicate verbally and non-verbally with other paratroopers as required.
  • 3.5 Control canopy using basic flight and canopy control techniques.
  • 3.6 Carry out in flight combat equipment drills.
  • 3.7 Assess emergency situations and apply the correct drills to rectify the situation.
4. Land on a drop zone with combat equipment
  • 4.1 Identify designated drop zone.
  • 4.2 Lower combat equipment.
  • 4.3 Apply landing and/or emergency landing techniques to land in accordance with environmental conditions.
  • 4.4 Apply harness release and drag procedures.
  • 4.5 Clear drop zone.
5. Complete static line post descent procedures
  • 5.1 Review performance during the individual static line parachute descent.
  • 5.2 Complete log card.
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