Unit of competency Outline
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Supervise indirect fire weapons
Supervise indirect fire weapons
Unit of competency
National Code
DEFMIL069
DEFMIL069
State Code
AVQ57
AVQ57
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
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 supervise and control all aspects of the operation of indirect fire weapons. While this work will be undertaken under the commander’s direction the individual must be able to act independently as required by the circumstances.This unit applies to combat arms personnel who are required to supervise and control all aspects of the operation of an indirect fire weapons in a deployed operational environment.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 lead a team under indirect supervision. They use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform routine tasks in a range of unpredictable contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare and deploy an indirect fire weapon
- 1.1 Determine and organise resources required.
- 1.2 Report identified problems/shortfalls to immediate supervisor.
- 1.3 Deploy indirect fire weapon in accordance with orders.
2. Engage targets with indirect fire
- 2.1 Direct and control indirect fire weapon operations.
- 2.2 Select appropriate ammunition.
- 2.3 Rectify minor incidents.
- 2.4 Report major incidents beyond own level of authority or competence to manager/s and take action as directed.
3. Maintain indirect fire weapons
- 3.1 Supervise operator maintenance activities.
- 3.2 Complete maintenance activities.
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