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Examine and test firearms

Examine and test firearms

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPBDR018
State Code
ODW91
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/04/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2022
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
08/07/2022
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and classify firearms subject to international trade or travel, and to safety test imported firearms. This unit applies to those working autonomously as firearms specialists performing routine tasks in familiar contexts.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify firearms and components.
  • 1.1. Prepare firearms and components for examination.
  • 1.2. Examine firearms and components to determine features.
  • 1.3. Research internal resources to confirm observations.
  • 1.4. Seek advice on obscure or complex items from relevant personnel.
  • 1.5. Determine classification of firearms and components based on examination.
  • 1.6. Determine the requirement for, or exemption from, safety testing.
2. Conduct safety tests.
  • 2.1. Test firearms against standards specified in legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines.
  • 2.2. Operate relevant equipment.
  • 2.3. Identify and action work health and safety issues.
  • 2.4. Interpret the results of equipment use correctly.
3. Maintain resources.
  • 3.1. Maintain equipment to manufacturer specifications and in accordance with standard operating procedures and guidelines.
  • 3.2. Organise repairs to equipment as soon as practicable.
4. Review and report on activities.
  • 4.1. Record outcomes of firearm identification and safety testing activities and disseminate information to relevant personnel.
  • 4.2. Evaluate the outcomes, procedures and processes used.
  • 4.3. Identify and action improvements to procedures and processes in accordance with scope of own job role.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWW46 PSPBDR013 Examine and test firearms Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHP1 PSP30122 Certificate III in Government Qualification
BHO9 PSP40122 Certificate IV in Government Qualification