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Operate a light support weapon

Operate a light support weapon

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFMIL004
State Code
AVQ85
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
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to operate a light support weapon. This includes handling, maintaining, operating and firing the light support weapon and obtaining satisfactory engagement accuracy. The light support weapon would usually be carried and fired from the shoulder.This unit applies to those working as a member of the Australian Defence Force.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 under direct supervision, in accordance with the Rules of Engagement. They would perform specific tasks, in a broad range of contexts that could be unpredictable, focussing on applying safety requirements.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Handle a light support weapon
  • 1.1 Handle and carry light support weapon.
  • 1.2 Identify, select and handle ammunition.
  • 1.3 Secure light support weapon.
2. Maintain a light support weapon
  • 2.1 Strip and assemble light support weapon.
  • 2.2 Clean light support weapon and associated equipment.
  • 2.3 Clean, inspect, carry and secure ammunition.
  • 2.4 Identify and rectify defects within limits of authority or report to supervisor.
  • 2.5 Complete documentation.
3. Operate a light support weapon
  • 3.1 Fill and empty light support weapon magazine.
  • 3.2 Conduct weapon drills.
  • 3.3 Apply marksmanship principles.
  • 3.4 Adopt fire positions according to environment and threat.
  • 3.5 Employ weapon equipment.
4. Fire a light support weapon
  • 4.1 Fire light support weapon.
  • 4.2 Identify and engage targets.
  • 4.3 Comply with safety brief and/or practice brief when firing the weapon.
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State Code National Code Title Type
AWZ6 DEF21115 Certificate II in Military Skills Qualification