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Conduct explosive ordnance disposal operations

Conduct explosive ordnance disposal operations

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFEXO106
State Code
AVR80
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
27/03/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
039999 - Engineering And Related Technologies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to conduct explosive ordnance location, identification and disposal operations. Explosive ordnance disposal operations can be conducted under a variety of conditions, including wartime, peacekeeping, in support of the civilian community/ authority, as part of a joint services and/or coalition operation and also in training. This unit can apply above and below the high water mark. This unit applies to those who are required to conduct explosive ordnance location, identification and disposal operations.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 supervise others, using discretion and judgement and taking responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform complex tasks in a broad range of contexts that could be unpredictable.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for operations
  • 1.1 Collect, store and check for presence and serviceability equipment, tools and stores required for explosive ordnance demolitions operations
  • 1.2 Brief personnel required to participate on their duties and requirements
  • 1.3 Establish and maintain contact and liaison with other agencies
  • 1.4 Conduct planning prior to arrival at scene
2 Locate and identify explosive ordnance and associated components
  • 2.1 Locate explosive ordnance and associated components
  • 2.2 Identify explosive ordnance and associated components
  • 2.3 Advise controlling authority of safety and evacuation requirements
  • 2.4 Determine and plan method of conducting disposal/render safe procedure
3 Conduct render safe procedures and/or dispose of explosive ordnance
  • 3.1 Identify and prepare for use equipment, tools and stores to dispose of and/or render explosive ordnance safe
  • 3.2 Operate equipment
  • 3.3 Inspect explosive ordnance and immediate area and declare safe or plan alternate disposal operation
4 Finalise activities
  • 4.1 Recover, refurbish and secure equipment
  • 4.2 Conduct post explosive ordnance disposal clearance
  • 4.3 Complete and process explosive ordnance disposal reports
  • 4.4 Provide technical evidence to inquiries/courts
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State Code National Code Title Type
AWW3 DEF52115 Diploma of Explosive Ordnance Qualification
BFU3 DEF50320 Diploma of Explosives Qualification