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Operate remote sensors to detect targets
Operate remote sensors to detect targets
Unit of competency
National Code
DEFMIL022
DEFMIL022
State Code
AVQ77
AVQ77
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
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 install sensors as directed by the operational plan in order to detect targets and to provide information to a remote control facility.This unit was developed for those working in Defence as combat arms personnel required to install sensors as directed by the operational plan in order to detect targets and to provide information to a remote control facility 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 as part of a team and will be under direct and/or indirect supervision. They would use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform specific tasks in a broad range of unpredictable contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for operation
- 1.1 Receive purpose and requirement of the surveillance activity from written or verbal instructions issued by supervisor.
- 1.2 Confirm task specifications and clarify where necessary with supervisor.
- 1.3 Identify and select surveillance equipment required for the task.
- 1.4 Check surveillance equipment for serviceability.
2. Prepare and maintain a location
- 2.1 Occupy designated position, establish reference points and document information.
- 2.2 Deploy surveillance equipment.
- 2.3 Confirm optimal configuration with supervisor.
- 2.4 Test equipment to ensure functionality.
- 2.5 Camouflage site.
- 2.6 Maintain communications with stakeholders.
- 2.7 Conduct operational maintenance.