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Operate a large quantity explosives facility

Operate a large quantity explosives facility

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFEXO063
State Code
AVS03
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
26/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to operate a storage facility licensed to contain a large quantity of explosive ordnance. This includes calculating net explosive quantity, applying compatibility constraints, ensuring package sealing requirements are applied and maintaining a range of documentation.This unit applies to those required to develop and apply storage plans and operate a large quantity explosives facility.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 specific 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 Confirm requirements of a large quantity facility
  • 1.1 Identify large quantity facility requirements
  • 1.2 Manage facility in accordance with explosive limit licences
  • 1.3 Develop, approve and display storage plans
2 Operate the facility
  • 2.1 Identify, calculate, confirm and apply net explosive quantities and compatibility throughout the operation
  • 2.2 Ensure authorised packages, seals and marks comply with organisational requirements
  • 2.3 Issue and receipt items held in a large quantity facility
  • 2.4 Display hazard divisions including applicable supplementary fire symbols
  • 2.5 Interpret emergency procedure specific for the facility and apply contingency plans
  • 2.6 Monitor explosive license limit during operations using authorised record systems
3 Maintain facility operating requirements
  • 3.1 Ensure serviceability of equipment and tools
  • 3.2 Ensure housekeeping procedures are adhered to
  • 3.3 Maintain documentation and records
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